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Roadworkers - Gremista and Sella Ness - SIC08895
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The Roadworker will carry out operations in connection with the construction and maintenance of roads and footways under the direction of a supervisor. The post holder will have experience of excavations in live carriageways, dealing with utilities, safety in the workplace and traffic control measures.
This vacancy is being advertised as a Career Graded post, which is a career development opportunity. This means that the Council is committed to supporting the successful candidate to obtain the necessary skills, abilities and knowledge to become fully competent in the role. Please see the Career Grade document attached to this advert that outlines the entry level requirements for the job and the expected career progression route. The successful candidate will be supported to become fully competent in the role and progress through the career grade. Where there is a requirement to achieve a qualification, this will be fully funded by the Council.
More detail is provided in the Job Profile, Person Specification and Conditions of Service Summary attached to the bottom of this advert.
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- Grade: E/F
- Career Graded: Your salary and career progression will depend on your experience and qualifications.
- Salary: Inclusive of Distant Islands Allowance of £2,997 per annum.
- Posts: 4 x Permanent Full Time for 37.0 Hours per Week, 52.18 weeks per year.
- Relocation Package: Does not apply to this post.
- Interview Expenses: We will pay interview expenses from within Shetland.
- Travel Requirements: Ability to travel throughout Shetland at short notice and where public transport is limited.
- Flexible Working: We are happy to talk about flexible working.
- Standby Payments: Attract standby payments £115 per week, daily disturbance callout payments £19, and associated overtime guaranteed for a twelve-week core period, plus eleven weeks for the remaining winter season.
During the application process you are required to give the names of two persons not related to you, who we can contact to provide a reference to support your application.
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This post is based at Gremista and Sella Ness.
For further details relating to this post, please contact: Barrie Scobie - Team Leader - Phone 01595744134 or Email barrie.scobie@shetland.gov.uk
If you have a disability which prevents you from applying online, please call 01595 744032.
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Shetland is an archipelago in the north of the British Isles where you'll find freedom, wildlife and wild beauty, but also a rich culture and dynamic, forward-looking society. The Islands have a thriving and diverse economy full of opportunities and offer residents the ideal work/life balance. Shetland combines stunning coastal landscapes and wide open spaces with friendly, bustling island communities. Factor in Shetland's impressive modern amenities, highly regarded schools and the Islands offer a work life balance rarely found elsewhere.
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