Some key information
* Mobile working across Somerset, based at County Hall, Taunton
* 28 days annual leave
* The work is mainly carpentry based but you should also be capable of various multi-skilled tasks.
* £29,711 to £33,067 per annum inclusive of a £2,000 recruitment allowance for up to 3 years.
What will I be doing?
As a Carpenter/Multi-skilled operative, you will be operating within the Councils Property Maintenance Group (PMG) and will be responsible for delivering high quality building maintenance services both planned and reactive across the corporate property portfolio.
You will join a team of highly qualified and experienced operatives (Electricians, Plumbers, Heating engineers, multi-skilled building tradesmen, HVAC Engineers) supported by an administrative helpdesk team and managerial staff.
In general, the work is mainly carpentry based but you should also be capable of various multi-skilled tasks, including patch plastering, groundworks and basic plumbing. The work will be varied and interesting and will provide an opportunity for you to showcase your skills.
What kind of experience or qualifications do I need?
We are looking for a person who will relish a varied and challenging role, be an active team player, welcome responsibility and demonstrate quality workmanship.
You will need:
* Level 2-3 NVQ or equivalent or City & Guilds Apprenticeship served.
* Experienced in reactive maintenance environments
* Problem solving skills.
* To be able to plan & organise tasks and materials.
* Mechanical skills, working with various power tools.
* Attention to detail, precise working.
* Basic technology skills to work with the provided laptops and phones etc.
* Valid UK driving licence
We’re proud to be here for the people of Somerset. We welcome applications from a diverse range of backgrounds and experiences to enrich our team.
What's in it for me?
We are proud to offer an environment that is supportive and rewarding, working as part of a team who are passionate about the work they do to improve the lives of people in Somerset.
We offer great training and development opportunities, with supportive management. As well as this, we have some fantastic employee benefits available:
* We promote a healthy work-life balance and offer flexible working arrangements wherever possible, including working from home.
* Generous annual leave allowance, with the opportunity to purchase additional leave
* Staff discounts in gyms.
* Employee Assistance for the times you may need some support and a variety of employee wellbeing services.
* Auto enrolment onto our generous Pension Scheme and optional pension enhancement through our Additional Voluntary Contribution scheme.
* A Flexible Benefits Scheme via salary sacrifice to obtain a cycle for work and health screenings.
* My Staff Shop offering discounts in shops, online shopping, restaurants, cinema tickets, insurance benefits and more.
Anything else I should know?
Salary is £29,711 to £33,067 per annum inclusive of a £2,000 recruitment allowance for up to 3 years.
For an informal chat about the role, you can contact Nick Payne on 07585 306988, or Nicholas.Payne@Somerset.gov.uk. Alternatively Ross Vickery on 01823 355619, or Ross.Vickery@Somerset.gov.uk
We recommend applying as soon as possible, depending on the level of response, we anticipate conducting interviews ahead of the closing date. Previous applicants need not apply.
If you have everything you need, just hit the apply button. We can’t wait to hear from you!
DBS information
This post requires an Enhanced criminal background check.
Job Reference: SCC05185
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