Site Facilities Apprentice at Forge Mill Farm

To assist the Farm Management team with: 

Site maintenance/cleansing Assist with retail outlets and educational school visits Movement of equipment/products around farm buildings Site appearance Collection and delivery of items delivered to the farm Assisting with emptying bins around the farm/ car park Event preparation Logging/reporting maintenance and safety issues Undertaking premises management duties Emptying clinical waste bins and dealing with emergencies, accidents and spillages Regular checking and cleaning of visitor area/storage areas/welfare areas To report any unsafe equipment to the Assistant Farm Manager Keeping paths and driveways clear from ice/snow To comply with the requirements of the Health and Safety at Work regulations To take reasonable care for the health and safety of self and others affected by daily duties/work and to co-operate with the employer in ensuring health and safety responsibilities are carried out To work with contractors and suppliers to source products and service quotes Supporting environmental and sustainable initiatives Possesses excellent verbal and written communication skills and feels comfortable engaging with members of the public and staff Possess a flexible attitude to work throughout different sites within Forge Mill Farm and must be prepared to undertake occasional weekend and evening working Willing to work in all weather conditions Any other duties as may be appropriate to achieve the objectives of the post

Training:
At the end, you will gain a Level 2 Facilities Services Operative qualification. This will include any Functional Skills as appropriate. The apprenticeship training will be delivered in the workplace, as you will receive visits from a college assessor. The apprenticeship will also include a proportion of 20% off-the-job training and a robust programme of apprentice training provided by Sandwell Council, to include Workplace Professionalism and Equality and Diversity.

Training Outcome:
This apprenticeship is a fixed-term 12-month contract. However, the skills, knowledge and experience gained in this apprenticeship will allow you to gain future opportunities in the sector.

Employer Description:

Sandwell is a large, multicultural metropolitan borough situated in the heart of the Black Country, to the west of Birmingham, within the West Midlands conurbation and with a population of over 280,000. The Council is one of the largest employers in the Borough with employees in a variety of occupations, providing a comprehensive range of services. For more information about Sandwell Council’s apprenticeship programme and our recruitment process please visit our YouTube channel. Find out more information on Sandwell’s Values and Behaviours on the council’s webpage. For more information on careers in local government you can view a copy of the Local Government Career Guide.

Working Hours :
Start and finish times between 7am - 5pm, working 5 days out of 7 on a rota basis, including every other weekend, some evenings for special events, and bank holidays. This is a 7-day service, as animal care must be maintained every day.

Skills:
Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Presentation skills,Administrative skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Creative,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience,Physical fitness,Work in all weathers,Interest in Animals,Wear a uniform,Follow instructions,Friendly attitude,Professional image,Flexibility & reliability,Timekeeping & attendance