Salary: £31,067 - £31,586
Hours: 37
Location: Carlisle
Contract: Full Time
About Us
Cumberland Council is an ambitious and forward-thinking authority dedicated to shaping a better future for our communities. We are passionate about creating a vibrant future by addressing inequalities, creating thriving economies that work for our residents and protecting our environment.
At the core of our vision is a commitment to our people, with health and well-being being integral to everything we do, underscoring every initiative and ensuring we provide unparalleled support for all.
We can’t do it without you! Come and embark on the journey to a vibrant future with us, where the work you do will make a real impact. Together, let's shape a community that's as dynamic and inclusive as our landscape. Be a part of the transformation!
About This Opportunity
Are you ready to take charge of our depot stores and ensure smooth operations across multiple locations in Cumbria? We are looking for a dedicated professional to lead the day-to-day management of our depot stores, maintaining high standards of tidiness, security, and stock control. You’ll supervise a small team, ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations, and keep our highways assets in top condition. If you have a knack for organization, a commitment to safety, and a passion for supporting your team, and are ready to take on winter maintenance duties, we want you on board.
Who We’re Looking For
Fundamentally, we are seeking individuals who embody our organisation's core values: ambitious, collaborative, compassionate, empowering, and innovative. We believe in the power of these values to drive positive change and shape a better future for our communities. Your commitment to these principles will be instrumental in delivering services that are vital to the well-being and prosperity of our residents.
If this sounds like you, then please get in touch!
We believe in cultivating potential over perfection. If this job sounds like you and you resonate with our values, we encourage you to apply or contact dean.butler@cumberland.gov.uk for an informal chat prior to your application.
Cumberland Council Staff Benefits
Pay
* As a real living wage paying employer, we offer competitive rates of pay
* Our pay scales are nationally agreed and come with a national annual pay review*
* A range of allowances to recognise times where you're available out of hours if we need you, or where you take on extra responsibilities beyond your role.
Pension
* Opportunity to join a generous defined benefit pension scheme to secure your future (most employees are part of the Local Government Pension Scheme)
* Opportunity to boost your pension with Additional Pension Contributions which will increase your annual defined benefit amount.
Holidays
* 25 days holiday per year when you start, rising to 31 days holiday per year after 5 years of service.
* 8 public holidays
* The option to purchase up to 2 weeks additional leave and spread the cost over 12 months.
Flexible Working
* Flexible working arrangements including the ability to work remotely from home supporting a culture that fits around you*
* A flexi-time scheme where you could vary your start and finish times and also build-up 3 days flexi-time and take up to 2 flexi days off per month*
Learning and Development
* Dedicated development time each week*
* Access to an online learning portal offering more than 150 courses.
* Access to regular development programmes to build the soft skills to succeed.
Application and Interview information
* Closing date: 09/03/2025
* Interview date: w/c 17/03/2025
Please note this role may close early subject to demand. If you’re interested in applying, you should apply well before the advised closing date. We cannot accept applications once the role has closed.
Please upload a copy of your CV with your application.
Our interview process can accommodate both in-person and virtual formats, with tailored options discussed upon invitation to the interview stage. Preferred for virtual interviews is the use of Microsoft Teams, currently available for new users at no cost. However, should you encounter any challenges accessing this technology, we are open to discussing alternative arrangements prior to the scheduled interviews.
We welcome applications from everyone
At Cumberland Council, we are dedicated to enhancing the diversity of our workforce, striving to mirror the rich tapestry of the communities we proudly serve. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds and are devoted in fostering an inclusive, supportive culture that embraces and appreciates our unique differences.
Reasonable Adjustments:
We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace. If you require any reasonable adjustments to participate in the recruitment process, please let either the hiring manager or our Resourcing Team know on; Resourcing@Cumberland.gov.uk. Adjustments are not always guaranteed although we will endeavour to make adjustments that are reasonable to accommodate your needs.
Guaranteed Interview Schemes
Cumberland Council offers a guaranteed interview scheme to the following applicants as long as your application can demonstrate you meet the essential criteria for the role.
* Those who consider themselves disabled as defined by the Equality Act 2010
* Those in care or who have left care and are aged 24 and under
* Armed forces veterans whose last long term substantive employer was the armed forces
If you meet one or more of the criteria above, and wish to be considered for this scheme, select 'yes' to the appropriate question during your application.
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