About The Role Exciting new opportunity for Engineers! 1x Mechanical Engineer 1x Mobile Engineer - Multi trade There is an opportunity to join Islington Council’s Corporate Landlord Service as either a Mechanical Engineer or Mobile Engineer (Multi-trade). We are looking for two people who will join the team responsible for the repair and maintenance of The Waste and Recycling Centre and other depot buildings in Islington. The successful applicants will be responsible for planned and preventative maintenance as well as reactive and emergency repairs. For the Mechanical role you will need experience in this area of building maintenance and for the Mobile Engineer role you will need experience in a wide range of trades to include carpentry, plumbing, electrical, tiling, decorating (this list is not exhaustive). There is a requirement to use digital systems for receiving and keeping accurate records of assigned tasks so experience in using IT in practical situations is essential. Excellent communication skills are required to manage relationships with the many stakeholders that rely on these key buildings. The two posts are essential safety critical roles so you will have a working knowledge of all relevant legislation and policy related to Health & Safety at work. Experience is needed in managing small projects and to work unsupervised in a variety of settings. - You will be required to carry out all works in accordance with appropriate risk assessments and safe systems of work developed in conjunction with Corporate Health and Safety and in accordance with priorities detailed by the - You will work under the supervision of the Building Services Engineer. - You will be responsible for various mechanical and electrical works at a range of sites across the borough, both scheduled (i.e. Planned Preventative Maintenance) and reactive works. You will maintain communications via telephone and other mobile devices. - You will be required, due to the nature of your work, to complete works inside and outside, you will be exposed to all weather conditions and may at times be exposed to considerable noise and unpleasant working conditions. - You will be required, due to the nature of your work, to undertake works that are at times physically demanding requiring awkward postures. - You will be required to work with Information Communication Technology (ICT) systems such as Concerto in order to receive, monitor and sign off maintenance tasks. - Your work will require you to work alone in accordance with the ‘Lone Working’ procedure with minimum supervision and in a team as directed by the M&E Manager. - You will need to be capable of effectively prioritising works in order to respond to deadlines involving frequently changing circumstances and conflicting priorities including emergency situations and - You will provide appropriate job numbers, site address and buyer ID’s when purchasing materials from council suppliers. - You will have use of a van during work hours, for which you will need to pass a Council driving test. - You will attend all designated training courses and tool box talks as directed by the Building Services Engineer to ensure you maintain your existing and develop new skills. You will be required to undertake training on the operation and maintenance of plant and equipment as necessary. - You will be responsible for participating in the delivery of the M&E department’s Service Level Agreements and associated objectives, attending appropriate meetings as required. - You will, at designated times, be responsible for providing on-call out-of-hours support for the sites within your remit. This responsibility will be shared with other members of the M&E team on a rota basis. If necessary, you must be able to attend site within one hour of receiving a call. - You will undertake any other duties commensurate to the grade of the post or as directed by the M&E Manager. This will be a 6 month fixed term opportunity with the potential of it turning into to a permanent role. If you have the skills and experience required for this role then please apply. For an informal discussion about this role, please contact: [email protected] Working for our organisation Islington is a place rich with diversity and culture. As a council our sense of purpose couldn’t be clearer: we serve. It’s in the logo. We are committed to challenging inequality in the borough and as one of the largest employers we know that to look after the place and the planet, we have to look after our people. Together we can change the future. We are determined to create a more equal Islington, where everyone who lives here has an equal chance to thrive. To do this, everyone who works at Islington Council lives by a set of values which guide us in everything that we do: collaborative, ambitious, resourceful, and empowering. They spell out ‘CARE’, which is what we think public service is all about. Our offer to you We are committed to challenging inequality in the borough and as one of the largest employers we know that to look after the place and the planet, we have to look after our people. Our staff benefits include: - Up to 31 days leave per year, increasing to 36 days after five years of local government service - A range of flexible working arrangements to maintain a healthy work-life balance, as well as a 35-hour working week - Learning and development opportunities to maximise your potential - Competitive pay and a commitment to paying all staff the London Living Wage at minimum - Excellent local government pension scheme - Cycle to Work scheme and discounted gym memberships - Local discounts from restaurants, shops, health and beauty therapists, and more! Recruitment information It is the policy of Islington Council that no user of service, present or future employee or job applicant receives less favourable treatment on the grounds of their sex, perceived or actual sexual orientation, marital status, race, religion or belief, age, creed, colour, nationality, national origin, ethnic origin, or disability, or on the grounds of their association with someone in one of these groups; nor is disadvantaged by any conditions or requirements which cannot be shown to be justified. We welcome applications from Black and Minority Ethnic candidates and acknowledge our responsibility to mitigate against racial discrimination. Islington Council operates a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum criteria and we are committed to providing support to applicants who request reasonable adjustments to be made during the recruitment process and throughout their career with us. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults, and expects all staff, and volunteers to share this commitment. Some posts are subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service. The post is subject to a qualifications check, driving license and 3 years referencing. Please note: Priority will be given to those at risk of redundancy within Islington Council. Current employees who are part of the redeployment pool must meet the essential criteria for shortlisting to be prioritised.