Ground Maintenance Operative

2 weeks ago

London, Greater London, United Kingdom Environment Agency Full time

Ground Maintenance Operative - Field Assets - Team Member (Apprenticeship Included)

£22,979 + London Weighting allowance of £2,016

London W7

Grade - Team Member Level 2A

Permanent full-time roles


Are you passionate about the outdoors and eager to contribute to a greener, more sustainable future? This is your chance to be part of a dynamic team working on the front line to combat the climate emergency and address environmental challenges like flooding, drought, and coastal changes.


This is an exciting time to join the UK's biggest environmental organisation with an ambition to be Carbon Net Zero by 2030 and this will influence how we do things in the future.

As part of the Environment Agency, you will play your part in protecting and improving the environment.

We are working with government, local councils, businesses, civil society groups and communities to meet these challenges and at the same time make our environment a better place for people and wildlife.


WEW Apprenticeship
As a new member of Field Operations, you will be expected to enrol on the Water Environment Worker (WEW)

Level 3 Apprenticeship:
the primary mechanism for training new employees in Field Operations.


The WEW Apprenticeship covers whole life asset management and major incident response, as well as providing the opportunity to work alongside partners, contractors, and members of the public.


Apprentices will come away with enhanced environmental awareness and a better understanding of HSW applied to their role; it was designed to ensure we give our people the right skills to be our future asset maintainers and operators.

The apprenticeship benefits the whole team as well as the individual by instantly putting their training, knowledge, and skills into practice.


To complete the WEW Apprenticeship you will need to either have Level 2 in Numeracy and Literacy or be prepared to develop with support an equivalent level of capability as part of the apprenticeship.


Responsibilities:

  • Maintain and operate flood and coastal risk management assets, ensuring their optimal performance in safeguarding communities.
  • Respond to incidents and emergencies related to flooding and other environmental challenges, playing a vital role in our 24/7 standby roster. Your dedication will be compensated in addition to your basic pay.
  • Contribute to initiatives, such as installing flood barriers, building sandbag walls, deploying highvolume pumps, and providing assistance to affected communities during flood situations.
  • Utilise a wide range of tools and equipment, including chainsaws, strimmers/bushcutters, heavy plant machinery, boats, and more. Your proficiency will be key to preventing and mitigating flood risks.
  • Participate in various tasks such as structural maintenance, vegetation management, small construction projects, soft engineering methods, beach maintenance, and culvert and grille clearances.

Why choose us:

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Diverse and Exciting Role: Enjoy a diverse range of duties that involve structural maintenance, vegetation management, small construction projects, soft engineering, beach maintenance, and responding to flood incidents. Every day will be different and fulfilling.
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Training and Support: No prior experience? No problem The WEW Apprentice Programme delivers comprehensive training in the use of tools, equipment, and health & safety protocols, ensuring you have all the knowledge and skills needed to succeed in your role.
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Continuous Learning: Enhance your practical abilities and environmental awareness through hands-on work. We encourage and support further development, including specialist training when required.
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Team Environment: Work as part of a close-knit team of like-minded individuals who share your passion for the environment. Together, we make a real impact and create a better world for all.

We're looking for people with:

  • A passion for the outdoors and a genuine commitment to protecting the environment.
  • Ability to work in all weather conditions and as part of a dedicated team.
  • Literacy and numeracy skills, along with a willingness to learn our inhouse systems and use IT devices.
  • Some understanding of site health and safety requirements, but full training will be provided.
  • Ability to travel to your depot and/or the local area within a reasonable time in order to respond to incidents and meet urgent business needs.
  • A valid UK driving license.

Where you will work


You will be expected to travel to your depot to check in daily, and then will be dispersed from there in smaller teams to carry out the field work tasks for that day within our geographical area.

More on this and the shift patterns will be explained at the interview.


Interviews will be held virtually/online
Interviews will be conducted on the 30th April, 1st and 2nd of May plus 8th and 9th May 2024.

You will be notified of your interview date and time in the Invitation to Inter

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