Field Team Member 2 - 19347
1
West Midlands
Smethwick
Halfords Lane Depot, Smethwick, B66 1EL
Team Member 2
Permanent
Full Time
Operational Delivery
£19,814
You will be part of a diverse organisation which takes pride in welcoming applicants from all sections of the community.
This is a hands on role involving, working together as a team and being outside in all weathers.
Using a variety of tools and equipment to carry out tasks such as small projects and operation of plant and equipment.
Proving response to flood and environmental incidents inside and outside of normal working hours by participating in training and exercising, deploying various flood defences such as temporary flood barriers, mobile pumps and sand bags.
Maintaining assets and watercourses throughout the area.
Communicating with the general public, landowners and customers.
This is a hands on role involving, working together as a team and being outside in all weathers.
Using a variety of tools and equipment to carry out tasks such as small projects and operation of plant and equipment.
Proving response to flood and environmental incidents inside and outside of normal working hours by participating in training and exercising, deploying various flood defences such as temporary flood barriers, mobile pumps and sand bags.
Maintaining assets and watercourses throughout the area.
Communicating with the general public, landowners and customers.
We are the Birmingham & Black Country Field Team based at Halfords Lane Depot, Smethwick, West Midlands, we operate and maintain assets and watercourse across the Birmingham & Black Country area, we work closely with our colleagues in the Environment Agency providing a 24/7 incident response service both in our own are and nationally.
A good working knowledge of small plant and equipment is required and you will be prepared to undertake any training as when needed
You will have a good knowledge of Health, Safety and Wellbeing.
Good communication skills are essential.
Be adaptable with a positive friendly attitude essential to working in a team.
Literacy and numeracy skills are required.
Competent in using IT devices such as an iPad and mobile technology is required and be willing to learn our in house systems.
You will have a good knowledge of Health, Safety and Wellbeing.
Good communication skills are essential.
Be adaptable with a positive friendly attitude essential to working in a team.
Literacy and numeracy skills are required.
Competent in using IT devices such as an iPad and mobile technology is required and be willing to learn our in house systems.
The Environment Agency is committed to having an inclusive workforce to reflect the communities we serve.
The grade rate is Field Team member 2.
You will be enrolled on the Level 3 Water Environment Worker Apprenticeship to help you achieve the right competencies to be a professional asset operator, maintainer and incident responder.
You will be required to participate in our 24/7 incident response rota.
For further information please mail Harvey Twivey - harvey.twivey@environment-agency.gov.uk
The grade rate is Field Team member 2.
You will be enrolled on the Level 3 Water Environment Worker Apprenticeship to help you achieve the right competencies to be a professional asset operator, maintainer and incident responder.
You will be required to participate in our 24/7 incident response rota.
For further information please mail Harvey Twivey - harvey.twivey@environment-agency.gov.uk
23/09/2021, 23:55 hours
Basic Check
Health Safety & Wellbeing
In this role you will you will spend much of your time working outdoors with operational equipment, we are committed to ensuring everyone stays safe at work and encourages safe behaviour from others,
Please explain your general understanding of health, safety and wellbeing and why it would be important in this role.
Please explain your general understanding of health, safety and wellbeing and why it would be important in this role.
Field Delivery
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.
Describe a time when you have achieved something whilst under pressure, perhaps you needed to respond quickly to get the job done.
Works in Teams
It is essential that you are able to work as part of a team to achieve common goals,
Tell us about a successful team you have been part of, your role within the team and why you think it worked so well.
Tell us about a successful team you have been part of, your role within the team and why you think it worked so well.
A full driving license is essential.
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.