At a Glance
- Tasks: Assist in joinery work for maintenance projects while ensuring safety standards.
- Company: Join a supportive team at East Lothian Council.
- Benefits: Competitive hourly rate and flexible working hours.
- Other info: Great opportunity for career growth and skill development.
- Why this job: Make a tangible difference in your community through skilled craftsmanship.
- Qualifications: Must have relevant trade qualifications and a driving licence.
The predicted salary is between 16.27 - 20.73 £ per hour.
Hourly rate of pay: £16.27 - £20.73
Days and Hours of Work: Monday - Thursday, 08:00-16:00; Friday, 08:00-15:30
To start asap.
Job Details: To assist in the completion of joinery work for reactive and planned maintenance to the required standards and timescales and in accordance with Health and Safety regulations, departmental policies and procedures.
Please download the Job Outline/Person Specification (available under 'Job Attachments') for the full range of tasks and duties associated with this job. You will need to refer to these in order to complete the application form. You must ensure you meet every 'essential' criteria stated on the Person Specification to be considered for interview.
The East Lothian Way: The ‘East Lothian Way’ – values and behaviours we expect our employees to demonstrate in their everyday work. Should you be invited to interview, you may be asked questions based on these behaviours. Please refer to the document via the link to familiarise yourself with them.
Job Requirements:
- Relevant Qualifications: Served modern apprenticeship/SVQ Level 3 or previous equivalent and passed skills test.
- Relevant trade qualifications.
- Driving Licence: As the duties of this role require you to effectively travel to successfully undertake the full remit of the role, you must hold a current driving licence and have access to a vehicle. (*Where a disability precludes you from obtaining a driving licence, ELC will take into account its responsibility to make reasonable adjustments to allow for your disability.)
Additional Information: For additional East Lothian Council employment information please click on the following link: www.eastlothian.gov.uk/nonteachinginfo
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If you require further information about this vacancy, please call 01620 827868, or email us on recruitment@eastlothian.gov.uk.
Please note: We do not accept CV's (either electronically or by mail). All our vacancies must be applied for by fully completing the on-line application form. Although there is an ‘import data from my CV’ function on MyJobScotland, this only imports very limited data and should not be relied upon to complete the application form. If, for example, due to a disability, you are unable to complete the on-line application form you can contact us for a paper application via the telephone number or email address above.
Skilled Craft Operative (Joiner) - EAL12804 employer: East Lothian Council
East Lothian Council is an excellent employer that prioritises the well-being and professional development of its employees. With a strong commitment to health and safety, a supportive work culture, and opportunities for growth within the community, you will find meaningful and rewarding employment as a Skilled Craft Operative (Joiner). The council values its workforce and promotes a collaborative environment where your skills can flourish while contributing to the local area.
