Job Information
ROLE OF THE JOB
Please note: Successful applicants must be available for interview week commencing 26th June. These posts will commence in September 2024.
What the candidate will be doing on a day-to-day basis
The multi skilled maintenance operative apprenticeship is an exciting innovation in the repairs and maintenance industry and it allows the apprentice to gain some essential skills and knowledge to allow the qualified tradesperson to undertake a number of repairs, examples of which being, plumbing, joinery, plastering, and painting. The apprentice will be taught some of the basic skills in these trades to allow the council to flex its services to areas of high demand it will mean working alongside different qualified trade persons to gain knowledge in that area of industry. The apprentice will be taught safe use of battery and powered tools and equipment along with a comprehensive health and safety training programme.
Background on department
Housing repairs and maintenance provide a responsive and planned service to the councils 8,500 tenanted homes. The properties are located in many parts of our county and the various property types provide interesting challenges to our maintenance teams.
Type of person we are looking for
We are looking for an enthusiastic individual who is eager to learn and expand their knowledge and skills through hands-on experience.
Location
Cowley Road Depot, Blyth
Salary
National Apprenticeship Framework
Contract Type
Fixed Term for duration of apprenticeship training, plus 6 months for End Point Assessment.
REQUIREMENTS OF THE JOB
Maths and English GCSE (or Equivalent) at Grade 3/D or above
NCC INFO AND BENEFITS
Why choose us?
We have some outstanding benefits to offer you, including:
-26 days annual leave plus public/bank holidays
-Automatic enrolment into the Local Government Pension Scheme
-Flexi scheme (if applicable) – 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, flexible working, term-time only, and compressed hours
-A range of salary sacrifice schemes are available
Staff networks - run by staff, for staff, providing opportunities for peer networking, mutual support, staff development e.g. Apprenticeship, Armed Forces, ASD, Enable (disability), LGBT+, Menopause, Mental Wellbeing, Racial Equality
Further information
Please note that this is a full time, fixed term 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 see the attached guidance notes here.
Alternative application format:
British Sign Language: northumberlandcc-cs.signvideo.net
For those with speech difficulties or hearing loss: Text relay service dial 018001 01670 623930
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.
