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Field Operative (Smart Meter Installations)
London (On-Site)
Contract, Full time
Enhanced DBS check required
£30,000 - £39,999
FULLTIME
Field Operative (Smart Meter Installations)
Scale 6: Starting salary £34,770 pa rising in annual increments to £35,862 per annum incl LW
18-month Fixed Term Contract
About Us:
It is an exciting time to join Lambeth Council, we have bold ambitions for the future of Lambeth’s communities and residents through our Lambeth 2030 Plan ‘Our Future, Our Lambeth. To deliver on these ambitions, we have embarked our transformational One Lambeth Programme ensuring we are ‘connected by purpose,’ in everything we do to deliver excellence. We are proud to have recently developed a refreshed set of One Lambeth Values and Behaviours that were develop for staff by staff; Equity, Ambition, Kindness, and Accountability. For more information, please have a look at our dedicated One Lambeth Values and Behaviours page.
About the Borough:
Located in the heart of South London, Lambeth Borough is a vibrant community of over 317,600 residents. Stretching from the dynamic neighbourhood of Streatham in the South to the iconic landmarks of Waterloo in the North, we are proud to be the 9th largest borough in London. Our diversity is our strength, with more than 130 languages spoken, making Lambeth the home of the Windrush generation, London's largest LGBTQ+ community, and a thriving Portuguese-speaking community.
With exceptional schools, lush green spaces including Brockwell Park, cultural gems like the Black Cultural Archives, and world-renowned institutions such as St Thomas's Hospital, Lambeth offers an enriching and dynamic environment.
About the Team:
This new team will play a key role in achieving our goal of becoming a net zero borough by 2030. They will be responsible for collaborating with our energy supplier to install smart meters across our traditionally metered stock.
Aligned with the Council’s sociable, creative, and strong work ethic, the team will foster a supportive atmosphere where everyone works together towards shared project targets.
Our work can be challenging, but we prioritise staff well-being and a supportive work environment.
About the Role:
This role requires you to work closely with the project manager and energy supplier to ensure access to meter locations. You will travel across the Borough to various sites, address access challenges, and implement solutions. Effective communication with residents via letters and phone calls to secure access and inform them of any supply interruptions will be essential. Additionally, you will be pivotal in identifying, reporting, and coordinating necessary remedial works at sites to guarantee successful meter installations.
Your contributions as a Field Operative will be vital to the success of the smart meter installation project, and your commitment and teamwork will be key to achieving our goals.
For detailed qualifications and requirements, please review the job description and person specification in hyperlink below:
Job Description and person specification
Contact Information:
For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Rasel Ahmed, Litigation Manager, at Rahmed3@lambeth.gov.uk.
How to Apply:
If you're interested in this opportunity, click on the apply button and complete an online application. Please upload your CV and supportive statement. In your supporting statement, please clearly demonstrate how you meet the shortlist criteria marked with an 'A' at shortlist stage.
We operate an anonymised application process, so be sure to remove personal details when uploading your CV or personal statement.
Previous applicants need not apply
Recruitment Timelines:
Advert close date: 11:59pm on Sunday 1 December 2024
Shortlisting: Week commencing 9 December 2024
Interviews: Week commencing 6 January 2025
Benefits:
We believe in rewarding our staff. When you join us, you'll gain access to a range of benefits, including:
- Participation in our 5 Staff Networks: Black, Asian, and Multi-Ethnic, LGBTQ+, Disability, Young Professionals, and Women's.
- Generous annual leave entitlement starting from 27 days, increasing to up to 35 days depending on length of service.
- Membership in the Local Government Pension Scheme.
- Hybrid Working.
- Employee Assistance Programme.
- Occupational Sick Pay based on length of service.
- Discounts at local restaurants.
- Discount at our Active Lambeth Gyms.
- Learning and Development opportunities, including Apprenticeships.
- Cycle to Work Scheme.
- Secure Bike Storage facilities at our Town Hall and Civic Centre.
- Trade Union Membership.
At Lambeth, we are dedicated to providing quality services and equal opportunities for all. We are committed to safer recruitment and are proud to be a Stonewall diversity champion, a Living Wage Employer, and to guarantee interviews for all disabled candidates who meet the minimum criteria of the role. For a full list of our accreditations, please click here.