Field Operations Asset Maintenance and Incident Response Team Member (Bedford) - 16643
2
East of England
Bedford
Bedford Depot
Team Member 2
Permanent
Full Time, Compressed Hours
Operational Delivery
£19,814
We are looking for an enthusiastic team member to join our Operations Field Team.
You will help manage river defences, working to counteract the causes of flooding and pollution alongside contributing to our responsibilities relating to the protection and enhancement of the environment in England. Delivering routine maintenance for our assets, you will help protect properties and infrastructure by maintaining flood defences and river channels.
This physical role involves working in a team, outside in all weathers, using a variety of tools and equipment to carryout tasks, such as site maintenance, tree clearance and minor construction work.
We act quickly when floods or environmental emergencies occur, providing response inside and outside of normal working hours by participating in an incident standby role as part of an emergency call out rota. This will involve operating our assets such as pumps, sluices and flood gates as well as deploying temporary barriers, mobile pumps and pollution equipment. You will be trained and supported to contribute to our response to incidents.
A requirement of this role is to complete the Environments Agency's field worker apprenticeship scheme. Enrolment is compulsory but you will be fully funded and supported throughout the 18 month programme.
You will help manage river defences, working to counteract the causes of flooding and pollution alongside contributing to our responsibilities relating to the protection and enhancement of the environment in England. Delivering routine maintenance for our assets, you will help protect properties and infrastructure by maintaining flood defences and river channels.
This physical role involves working in a team, outside in all weathers, using a variety of tools and equipment to carryout tasks, such as site maintenance, tree clearance and minor construction work.
We act quickly when floods or environmental emergencies occur, providing response inside and outside of normal working hours by participating in an incident standby role as part of an emergency call out rota. This will involve operating our assets such as pumps, sluices and flood gates as well as deploying temporary barriers, mobile pumps and pollution equipment. You will be trained and supported to contribute to our response to incidents.
A requirement of this role is to complete the Environments Agency's field worker apprenticeship scheme. Enrolment is compulsory but you will be fully funded and supported throughout the 18 month programme.
Our Operations Field Team are based at our Bedford Depot.
We deliver maintenance programme on rivers and watercourses across the area and respond to flooding and environmental incidents both day and night. We provide advice and support to our colleagues in Asset Performance, Hydrology, Biodiversity and Environment Management.
We also work across the country when called upon to assist other areas in flood and environmental incident response.
We deliver maintenance programme on rivers and watercourses across the area and respond to flooding and environmental incidents both day and night. We provide advice and support to our colleagues in Asset Performance, Hydrology, Biodiversity and Environment Management.
We also work across the country when called upon to assist other areas in flood and environmental incident response.
You should demonstrate a positive adaptable approach and a ‘can do’ attitude as a worthy team player. Good organisational skills and a proven ability to work under pressure during incidents are essential. You must understand site health and safety requirements and you’ll need good communication skills to work with customers and partners.
We would like you to have a good level of environmental awareness and be proficient with tablet style computers and mobile technology.
The ideal candidate will have experience with plant and machinery and a foundation of practical skills such as power tool operation and minor construction work.
A full driving licence is essential. Trailer towing (category B+E on driving licence) would be an advantage.
Everyone starting in a new role with the Environment Agency will be welcomed and given all of the training and support needed to succeed. There are fully funded opportunities to develop further academic/professional qualifications.
We would like you to have a good level of environmental awareness and be proficient with tablet style computers and mobile technology.
The ideal candidate will have experience with plant and machinery and a foundation of practical skills such as power tool operation and minor construction work.
A full driving licence is essential. Trailer towing (category B+E on driving licence) would be an advantage.
Everyone starting in a new role with the Environment Agency will be welcomed and given all of the training and support needed to succeed. There are fully funded opportunities to develop further academic/professional qualifications.
You'll be given a role within the Incident Response team based at the depot in Bedford. Therefore, you will be expected to live within a 30 minute commute of this location.
Grade pay is £19,814. Working hours: 9 day fortnight averaging 37 hours per week plus regular out of hour’s standby cover.
We welcome applications from individuals of any age, gender or background. What matters is that you want to make a real, practical contribution to protecting the environment.
We offer an extensive range of employee benefits.
If you wish to find out more about the role or have any questions please contact Paul Jones via paul.jones1@environment-agency.gov.uk or 02084747581.
Please note in our current coronavirus working environment, interviews will be held remotely by video call/telephone.
Grade pay is £19,814. Working hours: 9 day fortnight averaging 37 hours per week plus regular out of hour’s standby cover.
We welcome applications from individuals of any age, gender or background. What matters is that you want to make a real, practical contribution to protecting the environment.
We offer an extensive range of employee benefits.
If you wish to find out more about the role or have any questions please contact Paul Jones via paul.jones1@environment-agency.gov.uk or 02084747581.
Please note in our current coronavirus working environment, interviews will be held remotely by video call/telephone.
08/03/2021, 23:55 hours
Basic Check
Health Safety & Wellbeing
Please note CVs / documents attached to your application will not be assessed for selection. It is your answer given to the question below that will be used for interview selection so ensure you draw out your skills and experience in your responses.
In this role you will be expected to maintain the Health, Safety and Wellbeing (HSW) of yourself and others working with you.
Please describe what health and safety knowledge and experience you have and in what context this has been applied. This can be from work, college, school or personal experience.
In this role you will be expected to maintain the Health, Safety and Wellbeing (HSW) of yourself and others working with you.
Please describe what health and safety knowledge and experience you have and in what context this has been applied. This can be from work, college, school or personal experience.
Works in Teams
Please note CVs / documents attached to your application will not be assessed for selection. It is your answer given to the question below that will be used for interview selection so ensure you draw out your skills and experience in your responses.
In this role you will be working in a team to deliver our work.
Please tell us what experience you have of working in a team. What was your contribution and what did you learn? Think about any teams you have been part of – either at work, school, college or socially.
In this role you will be working in a team to deliver our work.
Please tell us what experience you have of working in a team. What was your contribution and what did you learn? Think about any teams you have been part of – either at work, school, college or socially.
Achieves Results
Please note CVs / documents attached to your application will not be assessed for selection. It is your answer given to the question below that will be used for interview selection so ensure you draw out your skills and experience in your responses.
Our Operational Field Teams are the first to respond during flood incidents to protect people and property, often working under pressure.
Describe a time when you have achieved something whilst under pressure. Perhaps you needed to respond quickly to get the job done.
Our Operational Field Teams are the first to respond during flood incidents to protect people and property, often working under pressure.
Describe a time when you have achieved something whilst under pressure. Perhaps you needed to respond quickly to get the job done.
A full driving licence is an essential requirement
If you are applying from the Civil Service please note that the Environment Agency is not a part of HM Civil Service and you would not be a Crown Servant in the event of being appointed. Therefore, you will not be eligible for continuous service. For applicants who currently work in local government or other bodies listed in the Redundancy Payments (Continuity of Employment in Local Government etc) (Modification) Order 1999, you may be eligible for continuous service for the purpose of calculating any future redundancy payment. If you are unsure of your status then you should contact your own HR Team.
We are fully committed to having a diverse and inclusive workforce to reflect the communities we serve. We welcome flexible working patterns for all our vacancies, including job share, so please include clearly any information regarding your preferred working arrangements on your application.
We also have a Guaranteed Interview Policy to support those with a disability who are seeking employment. We have committed to guaranteeing an interview to anyone with a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the post.
The Environment Agency, as a Non-Departmental Public Body, is committed to providing value for money and utilises Central Government frameworks and contracts for all external recruitment needs. For this reason, we are unable to engage with the market directly through post, email or phone calls . Should you wish to become a support supplier on one of these frameworks or contracts please visit https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/become-a-crown-commercial-service-supplier/becoming-a-supplier-through-the-crown-commercial-service-what-you-need-to-know for more information.
We are fully committed to having a diverse and inclusive workforce to reflect the communities we serve. We welcome flexible working patterns for all our vacancies, including job share, so please include clearly any information regarding your preferred working arrangements on your application.
We also have a Guaranteed Interview Policy to support those with a disability who are seeking employment. We have committed to guaranteeing an interview to anyone with a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the post.
The Environment Agency, as a Non-Departmental Public Body, is committed to providing value for money and utilises Central Government frameworks and contracts for all external recruitment needs. For this reason, we are unable to engage with the market directly through post, email or phone calls . Should you wish to become a support supplier on one of these frameworks or contracts please visit https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/become-a-crown-commercial-service-supplier/becoming-a-supplier-through-the-crown-commercial-service-what-you-need-to-know for more information.
This Vacancy is closed to applications.