Waterway Maintenance Specialist

2 days ago

Southall, Greater London, United Kingdom Canal & River Trust Full time

Welcome to the Canal & River Trust, a leading charity dedicated to preserving and enhancing the UK's waterways. As a Waterway Operative, you will be an integral part of our team, working in a unique outdoor environment that requires a passion for nature and customer service.

About the Role

We are seeking a skilled and motivated individual to join our team as a Waterway Operative. In this role, you will be responsible for maintaining and conserving our waterway infrastructure, providing excellent customer service to visitors, and working collaboratively with colleagues and volunteers.

Key Responsibilities
  • Carry out general maintenance and repair works to the waterway infrastructure
  • Provide customer service through operation of the Trust's assets (e.g. locks and bridges) in a safe and timely manner
  • Undertake key duties associated with the maintenance of the waterway and waterside (e.g. towpath improvement work from repairs to litter removal)
  • Work alongside volunteers to deliver high-quality works
  • Assist in the planning of all work to ensure the correct equipment, materials, and plant resources
Requirements
  • Basic literacy and numeracy skills (Maths and English GCSE or equivalent)
  • Experience working in manual/construction/outdoor environments (paid work or as a volunteer)
  • Valid UK driving licence (held ideally min 3 years) as you will be expected to drive company liveried vehicles
What We Offer

We offer a competitive salary starting at £27,260 (inclusive of Inner London Allowance), a contributory DC Pension scheme arrangement, great holiday entitlement (increasing with years of service), and numerous other employee benefits, including:

  • Competitive contributory DC Pension scheme arrangement, where we will double your contribution to a maximum of 10%
  • 25 days paid holiday (plus paid Bank Holidays), increasing to 30 days after 5 years
  • Annual £200 personal learning & growth award to spend on any learning-related activity
  • Free access to specialist counselling on a range of issues
  • Access to a range of employee benefits, including store discounts and boating holiday discounts
About Us

The Canal & River Trust is a charity dedicated to preserving and enhancing the UK's waterways. We believe that a diverse workforce brings with it a diversity of ideas, thinking, and ways of working which enhances what we do as a Trust. We welcome applicants from across all sectors of the community.

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