Job Information
Role of the Job
We have about 8300 homes across Northumberland and a staff of approximately 40 staff to undertake all the repairs required to bring circa 50 voids a month back up to a lettable standard. Approx. 70% of our work is around Blyth & Cramlington but you could be working in Morpeth ,Alnwick Bulmer or Hexham.
You will be working Primarily in occupied properties undertaking EICRs and completing necessary repairs and upgrades. So good testing and fault-finding skills are essential. Experience of working in social housing is beneficial as is a flexible approach, Strong H&S focuses good Asbestos awareness and good communication skills.
You will be expected to work without direct supervision and you will need to liaise with customers and arrange works around their needs whilst maintaining productivity. Therefore, having a can-do attitude, and a desire to deliver a quality service to our customers is essential.
When required you will work with the damp and disrepair team or the minor works and voids team to deliver repairs and maintenance works identified by our property surveyors, /inspectors/estates team or customers in both occupied and void properties.
You will be provided with Test Equipment a van and a handheld on which to receive and complete works orders emails and phone calls. Power tools essential for the job are provided.
Requirements of the Job
- 18th edition
- 2391 testing
- Full valid UK driving licence
- Physically Fit, able to access and work in lofts etc
Northumberland is world-renowned as a visitor destination and an ideal location to strike a perfect work/life balance. There is no better way of enjoying the picturesque scenery and stunning coastline than on an everyday basis!
Northumberland County Council’s (NCC) vision is “To make Northumberland a county which you regard as a great place to live, in which you can access the activities you enjoy, whilst having the opportunity to learn and thrive”.
For further information about NCC, please visit our website.
Why choose us?
We have some outstanding benefits to offer you, including:
- 26 days annual leave plus public/bank holidays, rising to 31 days after 5 years of service (pro rata for part-time employees)
- Automatic enrolment into the Local Government Pension Scheme
- Flexi scheme – up to 2 days flexible leave available per month (pro rata for part-time employees)
- Local government discount schemes available to all employees with offers at local businesses along with various national brands
- Commitment to work/life balance offering flexibility through various schemes including job sharing, home working, flexible working, term-time only, and compressed hours
- Car leasing scheme
Please visit our website for more information regarding our benefits.
Further information
Please note that this is a permanent position but applications on a secondment or part-time basis would be considered for the right applicant. For guidance on completing your application and for information about our Equality and Diversity principles, please check the Northumberland Council website.
We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We operate a guaranteed interview scheme for disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria. If you wish to notify us of your eligibility for this scheme, please email hrrecruitment@northumberland.gov.uk or ring 01670 623930 with your name and the job title you have applied for and one of the recruitment team will ensure this is factored into the shortlisting process and kept anonymous. If you have a disability and would prefer to apply in a different format or would like us to make reasonable adjustments to enable you to attend an interview, please also let the team know. This information will be treated as confidential and will only be used to check that you meet the essential requirements of the post.
Although we advertise on North East Jobs, and other websites, your application process will be directed to our Tribepad system. Please note that all communication regarding your application for this post will be sent to the email address that you have registered on Tribepad, including your invite to interview if you are shortlisted. Please check your emails regularly, including Spam/Junk, after the closing dates for notifications.
