Land Drainage Operative
2 weeks ago
Land Drainage Operative | Paddock Wood, Kent | 42.5 Per Week | 7.30am to 4.30pm, Monday to Friday | Starting at £26,383 per annum
The Upper Medway IDB is a leading flood risk management authority in the Medway catchment.
Working under the Land Drainage Act, we perform statutory support works to control water movements in the local flood zones.
We require an operative familiar with landscaping, groundworks, or similar, to become part of the team performing routine maintenance of adopted watercourses throughout Kent, Surrey, and Sussex.
What can The Upper Medway IDB give to you?
- There is an excellent benefits package available including the option of entry into the local government pension scheme
Are you the right person for us?
- Must hold a full UK driving licence and be able to make your own way to the depot for a 7.30 am start
- A reasonable level of physical ability and fitness due to the practical nature of the work
- An ability to write and speak English for paperwork and communication purposes
- Willingness to undertake duties in any weather condition
- Selfmotivation and the ability to remain calm under pressure
- Team player, able to actively participate and support other members of the workforce
- Practically minded
- Knowledge or some level of training in Health and Safety
- Prepared to develop existing and new skills
- Experience working in and around heavy plant such as excavators
- Experience with strimmer/brush cutters, chainsaws, and other power tools
- Tractor operation experience beneficial but not essential
- Experience working around rivers, streams, and other land drainage watercourses beneficial but not essential
What will your role as a Land Drainage Operative look like?
- Carry out routine, fieldbased maintenance on UMIDB adopted watercourses in all weather conditions (Full training provided)
- Respond to emergency work outside the normal working day as and when required
- Ensure that the UMIDB Board vehicles and equipment are kept in good working order
- Submit timesheets, vehicle or plant logs clearly showing all relevant information
- Liaise with public services, local authorities, landowners, and conservation bodies as directed
- Undertake any necessary training in accordance with current Legislation
- Comply with the Board's Health and Safety Policy
- Cooperate with your Depot Leader, Clerk, and senior officers to improve efficiency and safety
- Undertake any other reasonable duties as may from time to time be assigned
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