Streetscene Operative 3

Job Description

Streetscene Operative 3 (15/1604)

Stranraer - Wigtownshire

£28,815 - £30,597

 

An opportunity has arisen for a Streetscene Operative 3 post based in Culhorn depot – Woodlea road - Stranraer - Wigtownshire.

 

This role will be to assist in the supervision of the work force on a day-to-day basis in relation to the maintenance of a high quality services to Burial Grounds, Play Parks, Streetscene (Grounds maintenance & street cleansing), school crossing patrols, public conveniences and community centres/village halls, Inspections, repair & maintenance of play sites, Liaison with the public & other council services including first line response to complaints, Responsibilities will also include the supervision of all plant and equipment used by staff.

 

Basic supervision of work activities of Streetsecene Operatives 1 & 2

The job activities listed are not exhaustive and may be added to or amended consistent with the job purpose.

 

You will work 36 hours per week which may include evenings and weekend work as and when required.

 

The role will be to assist the Community Assets Supervisor and Officer in the delivery of the Streetscene Model for Grounds and street cleansing and knowledge of this model would be an advantage.

 

The post generally will be on-site supervision, however there may be occasional office-based work including using computer systems. You must therefore be able to demonstrate a broad range of manual, semi-skilled and skilled tasks to support the maintenance of high-quality environments within our communities. 

 

A knowledge of all services noted above is essential as is knowledge of relevant Health and Safety requirements.  Two years working within the services is essential and Driver CPC is desirable.

 

A current UK driving licence is an essential requirement of this post. However, if you have a disability which precludes you from holding a driving licence consideration will be given if alternative transport can be arranged.

This post is considered as Regulated Work with Vulnerable Children, under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007.  From 28 February 2011, preferred candidates will be required to join the PVG Scheme or undergo a PVG scheme update check prior to formal offer of employment being made by Dumfries and Galloway Council.

 

Applicants who have been resident outside the UK within the last 5 years, if offered a position, in addition to a Disclosure Scotland Check, will be required to provide a completed police record check from the police authority in the country or countries in which they were resident.

 

 

Requirements

With an exciting benefits package, working for Dumfries and Galloway Council supports you to invest in your own health and wellbeing.  Employees have access to our bespoke Vivup platform with over 800 discounts on everyday essentials from top UK retailers, restaurants, utility providers and more.  Employees also get access to membership of The Local Government Pension Scheme (Scotland) exclusive discounts from local businesses, a Cycle-to-Work scheme, financial support from My Money Matters, and guidance from our trained Wellbeing Champions.

Here at Dumfries and Galloway Council we are committed to equality, diversity and equal opportunity with our values, which include treating everyone with dignity, fairness and respect, driving us to tackle inequality. We are looking for people that can bring different perspectives and experiences and especially welcome applications from those who are underrepresented in our organisation.

For further information please contact: Stuart McCredie, Stuart.McCredie@dumgal.gov.uk