Site Pride Operative

Job Description

Site Pride OperativeCompetitive salary of £28,477Operational incentive mechanismPermanent roleNetwork Maintenance41.25 hours*Applications considered from other areas: East Riding/Teesside/Durham*Why Work at NGNAt Northern Gas Networks, we are a community. We provide a supportive and fun working environment in our spacious offices with onsite parking provided. We embrace creativity and innovation as well as offering a range of learning and development opportunitiesto progress your career.Since we started operating in 2005, We have led the way as one of the most cost-efficient of the UKs eight gas distribution networks, reliably delivering gas to over 2.7 million homes and businesses.Our dream is to become the UKs most loved, admired and respected company, and we aim to do this through an empowered team that is mind-blowingly great!Equality, Diversity and Inclusion:We value equality, diversity and inclusion at NGN and this is embedded in everything that we do. We will be delighted to hear from a diverse range of applicants, so we can continue to grow our mind-blowingly great team of people.We are proud to support the Armed Forces Covenant, helping ex-services personnel back into employment, as well as being members of WISE (Women in Science and Engineering) and we are committed to delivering our Opportunity Action Plan having signed the SocialMobility Pledge campaign, whereby we will establish our business as a force for good in the communities that we serve.If you require adjustments to support in your application, we want to hear about how we can help. Any applicants that require reasonable adjustments throughout the selection process/further flexibility are able contact us directly to inform us of any additionalsupport that is required.If you require adjustments made to the standard interview process (e.g. a working interview or a different interview format) then please contact the Recruitment Team:Role Purpose:We have an exciting opportunity for Site Pride Operatives to join our busy team in Network Maintenance. Within this role you will carry out manual activities for the area such as: Grounds maintenance, minor repairs that include joinery and basic civilactivities. You will also liaise with our customers and be part of a two-man team working on grounds maintenance on all Northern Gas Network assets.This role may require you to assist the wider Maintenance team in Mechanical, Electrical & Instrumentation or Pipeline activities.Please notethis role is in-line with Northern Gas Networks clean shave policyKey Accountabilities and Responsibilities:Site upkeep activities include but are not limited to:

• Grounds maintenance, grass strimming, Tree and hedge cutting, pesticide Spraying
• Undertaking Joinery, Groundwork, painting, fitting, or replacing fencing as appropriate.
• Train to be a Competent Person (CP) on an industry wide permitry system
• All work is reported on site completion reports via an app on a smart device (phone or tablet), so your use of technology needs to be good, although we will offer training on the app
• Responding to customer queries and complaints in accordance with agreed service levels providing the highest levels of customer service
• Complying with the Health & Safety at Work Act 1974 by taking reasonable care to ensure the health and safety of themselves and others (team colleague, members of the public and customers) at all times
• In this role you must be able to communicate well at all levels and work on your own initiative to plan and complete a programme of works, some are planned others may be reactive to our customers needs

Qualifications requiredEssential:

• Eligibility to work in the UK
• Possession of a current full Driving License, company van will be provided
• Good communication as a remote worker
• Previous grounds maintenance experience
• Lantra training or CITB equivalent.
• Previous experience using grounds maintenance tooling and equipment
• Ability to use a smart device/apps to complete site reports
• Able to work on your own initiative and work as part of a team safely on site
• Proven track record of putting safety first

What we Offer You:

• A competitive salary of £28,477
• 41.25 hours per week
• Be part of the operational incentive mechanism
• 25 days annual leave (plus recognised bank holidays and 2 half days over the Christmas period)
• SSP for first 7 calendar days then occupational sick pay
• A generous stakeholder 5/10 pension scheme
• Flexible benefits and salary sacrifice options... from discounts on a variety of UK attractions, gym membership, restaurant discounts, experience days...and exclusive NGN discounts and much more!
• An array of fantastic family- friendly policies such as 6 weeks paternity leave (for eligible employees) and 6 months full pay for employees on maternity leave (for eligible employees), as well as shared parental leave and many more.

Our values are at the heart of what we do. In addition to your key responsibilities, you will incorporate these into the daily life of your role.We areTrailblazingEmpoweredHappyHeartfeltCommunity Focused