Babergh and Mid Suffolk District Council are looking for a Plasterer/Tiler to join our team in Great Wenham. You will join us on a full-time, permanent basis working 37 hours per week. The successful candidate will earn a competitive salary of £33,366 - £39,513 per annum (pro rata).
What we are looking for
We are looking for a Plasterer/Tiler to join our Housing Repairs and Maintenance Team. To be successful, you will share our values, commitment, and motivation to make a difference for our residents, clients, and communities.
About the role
This is an opportunity to join the council's new dynamic housing repairs team.
* You will be part of a dedicated team responsible for undertaking high-quality reactive works across our 7000 occupied properties.
* Work will include plastering, tiling, and wet trades and you will need to be adaptable, customer-focused, and resourceful when working in the team or independently across the districts.
* You will provide outstanding customer service and excellent standards of performance to the public and tenants of Babergh and Mid Suffolk District Councils.
About you
In addition to having strong technical plastering, tiling, and wet trade skills, you will need to demonstrate:
* NVQ Level 2 in Plastering or Tiling
* Awareness of related Health and Safety issues, practice, and responsibilities
* Ability to use mobile tablet technology
* Good team working skills with the ability to work independently as well
* A “can do” attitude to providing solutions for residents/tenants
* Good customer service and communication skills.
About us
Working together across our councils and with our partners in the public, private, and voluntary sectors, we provide excellent services to our 190,000 residents across Babergh and Mid Suffolk.
We are proud of the role we play in creating the environment, economy, and communities for our districts. We believe that the heart of Suffolk is an incredibly special place to live and work.
Benefits of working for us
* Great opportunities for learning and development.
* Generous leave entitlement (equivalent to 26 days a year, increasing to 31 days after 5 years’ service, plus bank holidays).
* Competitive Local Government Pension Scheme.
* Wellbeing Support Program.
* Employee Assist Program.
* Health Care Options.
Closing date: 5pm, 31 January 2025
If you think you have what it takes to be successful in this Plasterer/Tiler role, even if you don’t meet all the requirements, please apply. We would appreciate the opportunity to consider your application.
This authority is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) checks or police vetting will be required for relevant posts.
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