Team Member 2a - 17720
2
South East
Canterbury
Plucks Gutter Depot
Team Member 2
Permanent
Full Time
Operational Delivery
£19,814
As a Team Member in Operations Field Teams you will be working on river and coastal defences, to prevent and respond to flooding and pollution.
You will be working in a diverse team of 14 people and help to carry out routine maintenance and repair projects efficiently, safely and to a high standard often working within CDM regulations.
This hands-on role is suitable for a man or woman, it is 100% field-based and involves working outdoors in a variety of weather conditions, and welfare arrangements are always met. You will participate in a wide range of activities, from cutting vegetation, to clearing debris, fallen trees, small construction projects, to repairing earth flood banks and building sandbag walls. You will be trained in all the skills that will be required of you. You will often work in public areas and therefore will be expected to act professionally.
We act quickly when there’s an emergency such as flooding or pollution. You will be included in our 24 hour call-out rotas, responding with your team to operate our assets such as water pumps, barriers and flood gates and play an active role in protecting homes and business from flood risk.
You will be working in a diverse team of 14 people and help to carry out routine maintenance and repair projects efficiently, safely and to a high standard often working within CDM regulations.
This hands-on role is suitable for a man or woman, it is 100% field-based and involves working outdoors in a variety of weather conditions, and welfare arrangements are always met. You will participate in a wide range of activities, from cutting vegetation, to clearing debris, fallen trees, small construction projects, to repairing earth flood banks and building sandbag walls. You will be trained in all the skills that will be required of you. You will often work in public areas and therefore will be expected to act professionally.
We act quickly when there’s an emergency such as flooding or pollution. You will be included in our 24 hour call-out rotas, responding with your team to operate our assets such as water pumps, barriers and flood gates and play an active role in protecting homes and business from flood risk.
We are a mixed team of men and women, carrying out maintenance programmes on rivers and watercourses in the south east corner including Ashford/Canterbury/Dover and respond to environmental incidents, such as flooding and pollution, both day and night. We also work across the country when other areas need assistance responding to environmental incidents. Due to our incident role the team live in the area that we are based and drive themselves to work daily.
You should show a positive, adaptable approach and a ‘can do’ attitude as a committed team player. You will be well organised keeping your tools and PPE in top condition. You will need good communication skills to work with customers and partners. You will need good time management and the ability to work alone in isolated locations.
You should demonstrate some experience in tree and vegetation management and the use of power tools, ride on plant and equipment. Some knowledge of small, light construction and/or fencing would be of some benefit.
We would like you to have a good level of environmental awareness. You will need some experience using, or be willing to learn to use, tablet-style computers and mobile technology.
You’ll have the energy to motivate, encourage and coach others in your team on site. The ideal candidate will be friendly and willing to work with others.
You should demonstrate some experience in tree and vegetation management and the use of power tools, ride on plant and equipment. Some knowledge of small, light construction and/or fencing would be of some benefit.
We would like you to have a good level of environmental awareness. You will need some experience using, or be willing to learn to use, tablet-style computers and mobile technology.
You’ll have the energy to motivate, encourage and coach others in your team on site. The ideal candidate will be friendly and willing to work with others.
The role will be based in Plucks Gutter Depot and interviews will be held there. Dates to be confirmed.
For further details please contact Debbie Thompson on 07768111913 or by email: debbie.thompson@Environment-agency.gov.uk
We are fully committed to having an inclusive workforce to reflect the communities we serve.
For further details please contact Debbie Thompson on 07768111913 or by email: debbie.thompson@Environment-agency.gov.uk
We are fully committed to having an inclusive workforce to reflect the communities we serve.
27/06/2021, 23:55 hours
Basic Check
Health Safety & Wellbeing
Please provide an example of a time you have demonstrated the competency set out below (the answer you provide will be assessed as part of your application):
Please explain your understanding of Safety, Health, Environment and Wellbeing when working in a field based team.
Please explain your understanding of Safety, Health, Environment and Wellbeing when working in a field based team.
Communicates Effectively
Please provide an example of a time you have demonstrated the competency set out below (the answer you provide will be assessed as part of your application):
Please explain how you would hold a difficult conversation with an angry Farmer or fisherman.
Please explain how you would hold a difficult conversation with an angry Farmer or fisherman.
Achieves Results
Please provide an example of a time you have demonstrated the competency set out below (the answer you provide will be assessed as part of your application):
Please explain what skills you have that would benefit the role you are applying for, if you do not have any skills please demonstrate your willingness to learn.
Please explain what skills you have that would benefit the role you are applying for, if you do not have any skills please demonstrate your willingness to learn.
Full UK Driving License
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.