Skilled Tradesperson

Summary

Interviews, offers and rejections will happen on a rolling basis. This advert will close when sufficient applications have been received. Please apply as soon as possible to ensure that your application can be considered.

We are looking to recruit two Skilled Tradespersons to join our Property Services Team, assisting the team to deliver a high-quality repairs service to our customers and our void properties.

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Due to expansion of the team, we are searching for skilled, motivated and dependable tradespersons to carry out repairs and maintenance of our housing stock. We welcome applications from people who have a City and Guilds or NVQ qualification or demonstratable experience in any of the construction trades and have a desire to continue to grow and develop their skillset.

About the Role

This will be a varied role, that will include delivery of reactive maintenance works, preparation of void properties for re-letting and working within communal areas to enhance accommodation for our customers.

You will be required to ensure works are carried out as per instruction and with adherence to all health and safety, and safe working practices. There is an expectation that you will be able to problem solve and alter any specification of works to complete your work satisfactorily ensuring right first time.

Operatives in this role will also have shared responsibility for the maintenance and safe storage of all associated vehicles, tools, and equipment.

You’ll utilise a keen eye for detail to assess finished work and ensure it meets the standards set – both in terms of the quality of the workmanship and the service we deliver to tenants.

About You

Ideally, you will have at least 2 years post qualification experience in the construction industry and will have gained experience with other trade backgrounds.

You will possess the ability to work both independently and as part of a team to produce work of a high standard, managing your workload effectively.

You will be an excellent communicator and be able to liaise with all stakeholders. This will include liaising with colleagues across the council as well as all aspects of the housing team, tenants, and subcontractors.

We’re looking for a positive problem-solver who has proven they can cultivate great working relationships, resolve difficult situations and can liaise with our residents and deal with any concerns patiently. If you’re well organised, well-motivated and are able to assist us to offer a high-quality service at all times then we would like to hear from you.

Interviews can be held both virtually on Microsoft Teams and in person, if your interview is virtual, candidates will be sent a link before the interview to download theTeams App. All current public health advice is followed for candidate and employee safety.

Find out more and apply

For specific information about this job, please contact Mark Rasey, Property Services Team Leader. Email:mark.rasey@wiltshire.gov.ukTelephone: 01722 434485

Please download and read the role description and person specification carefully before you apply (see below), as well as Our Identity.

You can then make your application online by clicking the apply button at the bottom of this web page. If you are submitting a CV please ensure you read ourCV and cover letter criteriacarefully to avoid your CV being rejected.

We are firmly committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and to the principles of inclusion and diversity in both employment and the delivery of services. Read ourstatement of commitment to equality and inclusion.

The council is aDisability Confident Employerwhich means we are committed to employing people with disabilities and supporting them throughout their employment with us.

Our Identity

All candidates are assessed against Our Identity (available below) which sets out the type of organisation we are and how we continue to develop to achieve the councils vision. Half of all questions during the interview will be based around these.

Click here to view Our Identity