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Job reference REQ00000015895
Date posted 30/10/2023
Application closing date 12/11/2023
Location FURNESS OR SOUTH LAKES
Salary Salary: \xc2\xa327,852 - \xc2\xa328,371 (plus standby and callout)
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Contractual hours 37
Basis Full time
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Electrician - WMF605e

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Electrician x 2 - WMF605e
Westmorland and Furness Council
Salary: \xc2\xa327,852 - \xc2\xa328,371 (plus standby and callout)
Hours: 37
Location: Millness Depot, Milnthorpe LA7 7NR or Sowerby Woods Depot, Barrow LA14 4RD
Contract: Permanent
Why work for Westmorland and Furness Council
Westmorland and Furness Council are an ambitious authority that will shape public services for the better, building on the best and transforming them for the future. We are committed to putting our customers and communities first, and to be the heart of everything we do.
We have excellent benefits such as local government pension scheme, an annual leave allocation rising to 31 days plus bank holidays after 5 years service and provide training and development opportunities across our teams.
About this opportunity
Are you a great team player, with excellent communication skills?
We are looking for the right candidate to join our team as an Electrician. This is a key role, in a team that is responsible for the maintenance and provision of street lighting, illuminated signs and other associated highway power supplies.
In this role, your day-to-day activities will involve maintaining and repairing, various street furniture, including lanterns, illuminated signs and bollards etc., as well as the commissioning and installation of lighting columns, signposts, pedestrian beacons along with other relevant fixtures and apparatus.
You will also be completing inspection and testing, and, where necessary, producing technical reports; driving vehicles, as well as completing daily vehicle checks and routine maintenance; and taking part in out of hour functions, such as call out or inspections.
Who we are looking for:
We are looking for someone who can take the lead on site as needed, give instruction on electrical tasks and mentor junior members of the team. You should work well independently and communicate effectively and professionally with the public and the rest of the team.
The ideal candidate will be a qualified electrician and have knowledge of working
within a street lighting environment (although this is not essential as training can be given on street lighting specifics), along with experience in a customer-focused service, which values its residents, businesses, and communities.
Essential requirements are a full UK driving licence, electrical qualifications to Level 3 City and Guilds or equivalent apprenticeship, C&G 2391 Inspection and Testing or equivalent, LANTRA 1b MEWP (desirable) and G39 Certification (desirable).
For an informal chat contact Garry Manning, Lighting Engineer \xe2\x80\x93 07772 112812
What can we offer you!

• Excellent training and development offers
• Flexible working opportunities
• Opportunity to join the Local Government Pension Scheme
• Boost your pension with Shared Cost Additional Voluntary Contributions (facilitated by AVC Wise)
• Various perks and discounts schemes, including money off your phone contract and local gyms
• Competitive rates of pay

Application and Interview information
Closing date: 12 November 2023
Interview date: 20 November 2023
We are currently operating both in-person and virtual interviews. Options will be discussed with candidates once they have been invited to the interview stage of the process for this specific position, and if you have any concerns or adjustments are needed, we are happy to discuss.
If you are invited to a virtual interview, this will preferably be undertaken using the Microsoft Teams software, which is currently free for new users, however if there are any issues with accessing this technology, we are happy to discuss alternative arrangements prior to the interviews.
Safer Recruitment
At Westmorland and Furness Council we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the safety and welfare of children, young people and adults at risk and expects all employees, volunteers and the Externally Provided Workforce (EPWs) to share this commitment.
Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion
Westmorland and Furness Council is committed to improving the diversity of its workforce to better reflect the communities we serve. We welcome applications from everyone and work to promote an inclusive, supportive culture that values and celebrates our differences.
As a Disability Confident Employer, disabled applicants, who meet the essential criteria of this job, are guaranteed an interview.
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