Groundworker - Portsmouth City Council
Document Groundworker Role Profile
Mountjoy specialises in providing professional and high-quality construction, refurbishment, building maintenance and facilities management services across the south of England.
We have an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic, and conscientious Groundworker to join our dynamic team. This permanent position is well suited to an individual that is looking to advance their career and gain hands-on experience in a thriving and supportive workplace.
THE COMPANY BENEFITS YOU WILL RECIEVE
1. 31 days annual leave rising to 36 days with length of service (including bank holidays)
2. We offer a flexible scheme to buy or sell up to 5 days of annual leave per year.
3. Company sick pay after 12 months length of service
4. Life Insurance
5. Octopus Electric Dreams Car Scheme to enable staff to drive a new electric car - paid for through salary sacrifice.
6. Cycle to Work Scheme
7. Discounted Gym Membership
8. Employee recognition scheme
9. Length of Service Rewards
10. Defined contribution Pension Scheme of 8% (3% Employer and 5% Employee)
11. Our Employee Assistance Programme to support all staff
12. Refer a Friend scheme
SUMMARY OF ROLE
Undertake responsive and routine repairs and void repairs to Portsmouth City Council’s (PCC) Housing and Corporate Assets stock, and from time-to-time support other maintenance contracts as required. You will be working in all of PCC’s property portfolio including, but not limited to, Social Housing, Schools, Public Conveniences, Offices, Heritage and Museums.
YOUR KEY ACTIVITIES
A wide variety of general ground working repairs, and associated works to occupied homes, buildings, and empty properties. The work will include concrete, and slab pathway installations, minor brick working, various types of fencing, washing line replacements, mains drainage clearances.
KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE REQUIRED
13. Be able to demonstrate you are a competent tradesperson and have the tools to do the work.
14. Have the prerequisite technical, statutory, and legislative knowledge for the trades you perform for the company ensuring you keep abreast of updates and changes.
15. Have knowledge of the materials and methods used in the building and maintenance industry.
16. 2 – 5 yrs. experience of working in Social Housing or Building Maintenance environment.
QUALIFICATION REQUIRED
17. Groundwork Training Course - NVQ Level 2 Construction
18. Trade based experience may be considered.
A full, clean current driving licence is needed so you can drive one of our vans.
If you feel you have the skills and experience to become our Groundworker,then please click “ apply ” now – We’d love to hear from you!
The company is an Equal Opportunities employer and a member of the Disability Confident Scheme, and are also a member of the Hampshire Construction Training Association.
It is a further requirement that all staff must pass a DBS check.
Our Company values
We take pride in everything we do - Which means we expect all our employees to:
Present a professional appearance at all times.
Keep your vehicle clean and tidy at all times.
Keep your work area safe, tidy and well organised.
Deliver a high standard of work at all times
We have Integrity, built-in
Key information Department: Portsmouth Council Maintenance Geographical Area Portsmouth Location: PO2 8AA Hours: 40 Salary: £32,448 Who you report to: Supervisor