Operative / Mate (HIAB Operative) – Street Lighting
Salary - £27,803- £31,364 (Grade 5)
Hours - 37
Contract type - full time/ permanent
City of Wolverhampton Council is looking for someone to provide operational support to enable the efficient operation and maintenance of the Street Lighting Network. The role involves carrying out both routine and non-routine maintenance of the network and supporting the council’s emergency call out rota for Highway Functions including Street Lighting, Highways, and the Winter Maintenance Service.
Qualifications:
1. New Roads and Street Works (NRSWA) accredited
2. CSCS accredited
3. IPAF Mobile Elevated Platform Certification
4. Relevant equivalent work experience
The successful candidate must be experienced in the maintenance, testing, and renewal of street lighting and other highway electrical systems. If you enjoy working in a fast-paced and changing environment and are an enthusiastic and self-motivated individual with the skills outlined above, then you are encouraged to apply.
The successful candidate will be required to work a 4 shift pattern rota for which an appropriate allowance will be paid. The hours of work will be discussed with successfully shortlisted candidates at interview.
For further information or an informal discussion, please contact Andrew Evans/Rob Mellor on 01902 555795.
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Please refer to the Job Description for further information on the workstyle assigned to the role you are applying for.
Diversity
We are committed to building a workforce that reflects the diverse community we serve. We want to attract the best applications from people of all backgrounds and underrepresented groups because we strongly believe in adding value through diversity, inclusion, and equality. Our employees enable us to deliver services that are accessible, inclusive, and reflective of Wolverhampton residents.
As part of our commitment as a Disability Confident employer and a Gold Award Armed Forces employer, we offer a guaranteed interview as long as your application meets the essential criteria for the post.
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Attached documents
Job Description and Person Specification
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