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Streetworks Assistant
March 2, 2021 | Comments Off on Streetworks Assistant
Location: Lutterworth
Business Area: Kier Utilities- Western Power Distribution
Contract: Permanent
Connecting people, powering the UK
Kier works as part of a framework for Western Power Distribution to ensure its customers have power in their homes, businesses, schools and hospitals. We are an essential member of the team mainly working on reactive and planned maintenance in Exeter, Bristol and down to Cornwall.
We employ a large number of teams across the region, whose role is it to either respond to emergencies to dig down in the street or on private property to give our client access to repair their assets, or to lay new mains cables as part of their ongoing planned maintenance programme. Our responsibility begins with planning the works and finishes with us clearing site having put it back to the same or better condition than when we arrived, making sure that customers are happy and informed throughout every stage of the works.
We have an exciting opportunity for a Streetworks Assistant to join our team. This is a fast-paced role which will see you assisting in the process of permits and notices to the local authority for the operational teams.
What do we need from you?
We are looking for an enthusiastic individual who holds knowledge of the New Roads and Streetworks Act, and ideally having worked in the Utilities industry previously. You will also hold working knowledge of MS Office, particularly Excel, as well as the ability to multi task and manage multiple stakeholders.
What will you receive?
You can expect a competitive salary and an outstanding package that includes a matched pension scheme up to 7.5%, 26 days' annual leave (with the opportunity to buy or sell holiday), two employee Share Scheme options, together with additional valuable benefits such as:
- Free Life Assurance
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Access to Kier Rewards, our exclusive Discount Shopping Site with deals available at over 800 retailers
- Plus, many more benefits geared to your wellbeing
Pre-employment checks
It's worth remembering that if you are successful, we'll undertake the relevant / standard pre-employment checks after you have been offered a job. This includes taking up your references, verifying your right to work in the UK, verifying your driving licence (if applicable) and a health assessment. Some roles may also be subject to further pre-employment checks.
Make the journey. Leave a legacy.
Being part of Kier means living our values of?being Collaborative, Trusted and Focused.?We all have the potential to shape our world, and it's through these values that we will leave?a lasting legacy. Bring your talent and ambition to Kier and you will be given the scope and opportunity to invest in your own future, to build your expertise and contribute to a rich and diverse culture.
Kier is an inclusive employer.
Closing Date: 16th March 2021
Please note, interviews may take place before the closing date, and we reserve the right to close applications early.