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Islington Council

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Address: Islington Council; 222 Upper Street; London; N1 1XR
Contact Number: 020 7527 2000

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Cyf: HN/0124/046 ID y swydd wag: 5977198

Labourer / Driver

Closed for applications on: 5-Chwef-2024 00:12

Statws y swydd wag: Closed

Closed for applications on: 5-Chwef-2024 00:12

Lleoliad

Gwefan: Estate Maintenance Team Depot, Randells Road, London N1 0DH
Cyfeiriad: Estate Maintenance Team Depot, Randells Road, London N1 0DH
Tref: London
Cod post: N1 0DH
Major / Minor Region: Llundain

Math o gontract a phatrwm gwaith

Contract: Parhaol
Oriau: Llawnamser - 35 awr yr wythnos (Mon-Fri, 8am-4pm)

Cyflog

Cyflog: £29,859 - £31,242 per annum
Cyfnod cyflog: Yn flynyddol
Gradd: (Scale 4, scp 8-11)

Arbenigedd

Prif leoliad: Labourer

Dyddiad y cyfweliad: 13/02/2024

Our mission

We are determined to create a more equal Islington, where everyone who lives here has an equal chance to thrive. To do this, everyone who works at Islington Council lives by a set of values which guide us in everything that we do: collaborative, ambitious, resourceful, and empowering. They spell out ‘CARE’, which is what we think public service is all about.

Swydd-ddisgrifiad a phrif gyfrifoldebau manwl

1. Be competent in assisting in one or a range of trades; Carpentry, Decorating, Plastering, Bricklaying, groundwork’s, glazing, metalwork and tiling (wall and floor).
2. From time to time as when required by management assist in emergency call outs (for example as a result of bad weather, vandalism, fire etc.)
3. Work in a range of properties throughout the Borough, including occupied tenancies and offices and unoccupied buildings.
4. Where required be responsible for an Islington vehicle for use while on duty. The role holder is therefore required to ensure that the vehicle is safely and correctly driven and all equipment, materials safely stored.
5. Assist in the completion of specified works to a high standard of excellence in terms of completion of jobs and with customers/clients
6. Ensure that all tools (both hand held and powered) provided by Islington council are properly and appropriately operated, cleaned and stored.
7. Communicate with a high degree of accuracy (both written and verbally) to Management/Officer and work colleagues.
8. Report all breakages, breakdowns, accidents and other issues promptly to the Supervisor/Line Manager.
9. Be able assist in writing general reports for work orders.
10. Wear Islington council uniform at all times and carry ID which should be presented at all times on arrival at appointments
11. Attend appointments at specified times ensuring Management / Officers and Residents are informed of any delays
12. To keep up-to-date with services provided by Islington council and organisational policy and legal charges to ensure up-to-date information is provided to customers.
13. To use and assist others in the use of information technology systems to carry out duties in the most efficient and effective manner and to ensure that information is recorded accurately.
14. To undertake training, supervision, seminars, meetings and other events designed to improve communication and assist with the effective development of the post holder and service area.

It is the policy of Islington Council that no user of service, present or future employee or job applicant receives less favourable treatment on the grounds of their sex, perceived or actual sexual orientation, marital status, race, religion or belief, age, creed, colour, nationality, national origin, ethnic origin, or disability, or on the grounds of their association with someone in one of these groups; nor is disadvantaged by any conditions or requirements which cannot be shown to be justified. We welcome applications from Black and Minority Ethnic candidates and acknowledge our responsibility to mitigate against racial discrimination. 

Please note: Priority will be given to those at risk of redundancy within Islington Council. Current employees who are part of the redeployment pool must meet the essential criteria for shortlisting to be prioritised.

Islington Council operates a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum criteria and we are committed to providing support to applicants who request reasonable adjustments to be made during the recruitment process and throughout their career with us.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults, and expects all staff, and volunteers to share this commitment.

We are also committed to flexible working and will consider requests where possible.

Islington Council also operates random drug or alcohol testing for safety critical roles or for where there may be just cause.

To apply for this position please use the online application process. Please note that the council only accepts online applications, no CVs or alternative forms of applications are accepted. If you are unable to use the online process please contact the Recruitment team on 020 7527 2155 or e-mail [email protected]

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Rhaid bod gennych gofrestriad proffesiynol priodol yn y DU.

Mae'r swydd hon yn ddarostyngedig i Orchymyn Deddf Adsefydlu Troseddwyr 1974 (Eithriadau) 1975 (Diwygio) (Cymru a Lloegr) 2020 a bydd angen cyflwyno Datgeliad i'r Gwasanaeth Datgelu a Gwahardd.

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Qualifications and Knowledge

Meini prawf hanfodol

Proven track record within the construction industry for a minimum of 1 year, including driving of large vehicles suited to the role.
Experience in providing reports using in written form.
Ability to use IT systems including the use of a PDA for works order processing.
Ability to demonstrate accountability and a positive attitude to your responsibilities as an employee of Islington council

Experience and Skills

Meini prawf hanfodol

Demonstrates a comprehensive awareness of good construction safety practices and the application of safe systems of work including asbestos awareness, working at heights (including safe use of ladders, step ladders and scaffolds)
Demonstrates the ability to organise your own workload, appropriately prioritising, ordering necessary materials and plant and working unsupervised for long periods of time
Demonstrates the ability to work as part of a team, taking pride in the work completed and actively contributing to the team meeting the performance targets.
Demonstrates the ability to verbally communicate with customers and colleagues, with the ability to answer customer queries clearly and concisely and maintaining constructive, effective working relationships with colleagues.
Demonstrates the ability to communicate in writing in order to maintain records of materials used, complete job sheets and requisitions, use PDA’s, and follow written instructions, procedures and policies
Demonstrates the ability to provide the highest standards of quality and customer service, including an understanding of how to work with customers from a variety of backgrounds and with a variety of needs.
Demonstrates an adequate level of fitness to carry out the duties required, including the manual handling of tools and equipment, driving a vehicle, kneeling and twisting to carry out certain tasks
Demonstrates a willingness to work flexibly in the interests of the service with a demonstrable ability to respond positively to new ideas and changes in working practices and procedures
Displays an awareness, understanding and commitment to the protection and safeguarding of children and young people and or vulnerable adults