Building Control Manager - Grade PO, SCP 35 – 41 (£48,373- £56,936)

Are you ready to make a significant impact in our City? We are seeking a dynamic Building Control Manager to join our local authority team. If you have a passion for ensuring the safety and compliance of buildings, along with excellent leadership skills, we want to hear from you!

In this role you will oversee building regulations, lead a dedicated team and contribute to the growth and development of the community. Join us in shaping the future of the City with your expertise and vision. Apply now and be part of the Council’s mission to create a safer, more sustainable environment for all.

A detailed job description and person specification can be downloaded by visiting the Council website (www.douglas.im) or the Human Resources Section (696455). For an informal chat about the role you can give Chris Pycroft, Assistant Chief Officer (Regeneration) (696305) a call.

Waste Services Operative (Street Scene & ECAS)

Pay Band 1, SCP 10 – 12 + Living wage allowance (£25,108)

The Council are seeking a permanent Waste Services Operative (Street Scene and ECAS) to work as part of the team to undertake a full range of street cleaning functions. You will assist in the maintenance and cleansing of a wide range of Council public areas and open spaces. If you are physically fit and would be willing to work outdoors in all weathers, then we would welcome an application from you.

City Warden: Pay Band 1, SCP 10 – 12 + Living Wage Allowance (37-hour week)

Plus, contractual overtime (8 hr 10 min weekly) – Total remuneration £34,607

We are looking for a highly motivated individual to take on the role of City Warden. You will be required to provide excellent customer service to the residents of Douglas, the City centre visitors, users of the Council’s car parks and patrol areas, as directed, on a daily basis. The role includes improving the experience of Douglas using initiatives and enforcement to deter environmental offences as well as inspecting Council facilities and equipment (e.g., lifebelts, B-lines life-saving equipment) and ensuring care for the environment by carrying out street-scene activities.

You must have the ability to resolve conflict in a professional manner, stay calm under pressure, have good communication skills and be able maintain a working knowledge of byelaw enforcement and legislation. A full clean valid driving licence is essential, and you will be required to work a shift pattern between the hours of 7.00 am and 19:00 pm over a 7-day week (as per the rota), weekend working is 1 in 3.

If you like working outdoors, dealing with the public and making a positive difference to improve the City, then come and join our City Warden Team.

For an informal chat about the role please contact Alan Gordon, Community & Enforcement Manager on 696326 or by email at agordon@douglas.gov.im. For full details of the role, the job description and selection criteria please visit the Council’s website (www.douglas.gov.im) or contact the Human Resources Section on (696455).

Closing date for submission of applications is Friday, 6^th December 2024 at 5.00 pm

Environment & Regeneration Department

Ground Worker - Pay Band 2 (SCP 11 + living wage allowance – 13) £25,108 - £25,274

You will carry out instructions to deliver civils works to the agreed quality/standard within timescales specified whilst adhering to the Council’s safety requirements. You must have proven experience of civil engineering ground working excavations and reinstatement on the highway particularly in the vicinity of live cables and utility services. A driving licence is also essential.

This is an exciting time to join an established team where you can directly impact the success the team have had in delivering its operations and projects over the years. This role requires excellent interpersonal and customer facing skills and if you have a strong work ethic and are interested in working alongside a highly experienced team, then we would welcome an application from you.

For an informal discussion about the role please contact Donal Cullen, Head of Electrical & Projects on 696384. For full details of the role, job description and selection criteria please visit the Council’s website (www.douglas.gov.im) or contact the Human Resources Section on 696455.

Closing date for submission of applications: Friday, 6^th December 2024 at 5.00 pm.

Arborist - Grade: Pay Band 7, SCP 14 – 18 (£26,537 - £32,009) plus temporary additional element of pay. Market rate of 12% to be paid as a separate supplement to basic pay (increasing the pay to £29,721 - £35,851) for a maximum of 2 years to be reviewed 6 months prior to the end of the fixed period (rate to be reviewed in due course as part of the future introduction of Single Status).

We are looking for an enthusiastic arborist to work within our Arborist Team. Reporting to the Foreman Arborist you will be part of a team of professionals responsible for providing an excellent arboriculture service. You will undertake Arboriculture works to ensure the health, safety and general maintenance of the tree stock. You will work as part of the emergency ‘call out’ service, when required. You must be a strong communicator, both written and verbal, and be computer literate.

If you have worked in a similar position and have experience in arboriculture (to include aerial rescue, tree climbing, pruning and planting) and hold a NPTC chainsaw proficiency certificate then we would welcome an application from you.

For the above post, you must be physically fit and prepared to work outdoors in all-weather conditions. You must also hold a full clean valid driving licence.

An application form and full role details (job description) can be downloaded at www.douglas.gov.im or by contacting the HR Section on 696455.

The closing date for the receipt of completed applications is:

• Friday, 6^th December 2024 (5.00 pm)