Ground Maintenance Operative - Blandford Forum, United Kingdom - Environment Agency

Environment Agency

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Blandford Forum, United Kingdom

2 weeks ago

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Tom O´Connor

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Description

Number of jobs available- - Region- South West

City/Town
Blandford Forum

Building/Site

Blandford Depot

Grade

Lead Team Member
Post Type
Permanent

Working Pattern

Full Time

Role Type

Operational Delivery

Salary Minimum £25,13

Job description
In Wessex we want to create a diverse workplace where people are respected, valued and listened to. We're all different, and by embracing Equality, Diversity & Inclusion (EDI) we can become an equal opportunity employer where jointly we all grow and learn together.

It is our ambition to champion diversity through building a workforce as diverse as the communities we serve.
As part of the Environment Agency, you will have a role in protecting and improving the environment.
You will do vital work that influences and protects lives, places and communities now and in the future.
Acting to reduce the impacts of a changing climate is at the heart of everything we do. We are working with local government, councils, businesses and communities to create a better place for people and wildlife.

We are looking for a motivated and enthusiastic individual for this exciting and challenging hands-on role in the Wessex Area.

As a Field Lead Team Member, you'll be responsible for leading and supervising teams to maintain and operate our flood and coastal assets and defences, as well as responding to incidents.

You will also lead teams to carry out a maintenance programme, undertaking vegetation management and light construction duties. This is a field-based role, and you will be required to work outside in all weathers. As part of the role you will also be required to complete our Water Environment Worker Apprenticeship.

For more information about working for the Environment Agency and what we do visit our careers page

The team
The Field Teams are based in the Wessex Area, with depots in Bridgwater, Dorchester and Salisbury.

We work closely with our Asset Performance, Hydrometrics, Biodiversity and Environment Management Teams to deliver a varied work programme in our River Catchments.

The team is well-trained with a variety of specialist skills and experience, including driving and operating plant, chainsaws and mowing equipment.

Undertaking tree work, grounds maintenance, minor construction works and operation of water level management structures.

Experience/skills required
We are looking for someone with an excellent track record of field, or sitebased work and who can demonstrate good leadership and communication skills with a positive attitude.

- good understanding of site health and safety requirements
- the necessary practical skills and understanding in environmental awareness as well as a hands-on approach
- some experience in asset operation or maintenance, incident response, use of equipment/tools is an advantage
- excellent Leadership skills and the ability to coach, challenge and encourage team members
- ability to communicate effectively with team members and colleagues, landowners and the public
- ability to solve problems, make decisions and use initiative, especially when working under pressure
- confident with written communication and handling numerical data
- competent in using IT devices, such as IPAD and IPHONE and willingness to learn our in-house systems
- planning and organisation of equipment and materials to be available on site
- full UK driving licence is required

Contact and additional information
The role will be based at our Winterbourne Gunner Depot in Salisbury, Wiltshire.

You will be part of a diverse organisation that embraces difference and includes everyone. We will invest in you and allow you to grow and shape your career.
You will be welcomed into the team and given the training and support needed. You will be provided with all the equipment and protective clothing required for your role.
You will have access to our great benefits package including: