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Multi Skilled Operative Apprentice

Northumberland

Multi Skilled Operative Apprentice

£12314

Northumberland, Blyth, Northumberland

  • Full time
  • U
  • Onsite working
  • Apprenticeship programme

Posted 1 week ago, 4 May | Get your application in now before you miss out!

Closing date: Closing date not specified

job Ref: 0e965114d03944db9b412d2e7c1c324f

Full Job Description

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., Maths and English GCSE (or Equivalent) at Grade 4/C or above

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