Plasterer

Job Description

Further InformationThe CouncilNorthumberland County Council operates a huge range of services across one of the largest counties in the UK. Local Governments ongoing challenges and the diversity of our residents means we have to work smarter. Thats why we want bold, creative and agilethinkers who can help us move forward and innovate. For further information about working for Northumberland County Council, please click here: http://working The Service To undertake repairs to the councils housing stock, public buildings and other premises by any pre-determined specification, time scale or appointment.To be customer focusedinline with our values of putting the Resident First, Excellence and Quality, Respect and keeping our communities safe and well.The role Undertake internal plastering/ external rendering and damp proofing repairs to the highest quality and standard in accordance with work requests and pre-determined specifications to a wide range of fixtures and fittings. Employees to manage own van impressed stock items, to replenish and keep records of transactions.To have a sound working knowledge of all elements of building construction, components, building trades and applicable building regulations. Work to an appointment system and complete work within priority timescales. To have a sound working knowledge of health and safety legislation and safe working practices and ensure these are adopted when undertaking repair or construction work and where required issuing instructions / advice to tenants to ensure the health and safetyof any occupants. To ensure that a high level of customer care is adopted when undertaking repair or construction work including: providing information and advice on any work to be undertaken. To undertake a visual inspection of any vehicle used by the post-holder to ensure that lights, tyres washers and wipers are in a serviceable condition. Work to an appointment system and complete works within priority times Able to run phone IT systems. To always keep confidentiality The ability to use, maintain machines and tools We are offering: A starting salary of £22,571 - £24,920 (Band 5) 25 days annual leave plus public and bank holidays (rising to 30 after 5 years of service)(pro-rata for part-time employees) Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme A wide range of staff benefits including a competitive annual leave provision Flexible working arrangements Essential requirements: Driving Licence Ability to carry out basic IT skills on computer or hand held deviceFor further information about this vacancy, please contact John Duthie by phone for an informal discussion. Please note that this is a full time 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, pleasecheck 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 .uk with your name and the job titleyou have applied for and one of the recruitment team will ensure this is factored in 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 enableyou to attend an interview please also let the team know.