Overview
Calderdale strives to develop our community and to improve the local economy. In accordance with that objective the mission of the Markets Team is to operate Markets that are the "heart of the place". Celebrating local services and local produce in a safe and friendly environment. The service is part of the Regeneration and Strategy Directorate of Calderdale Metropolitan Borough Council. It holds regulatory franchise rights on behalf of the Council for the operation of market type events throughout the district and presently operates 6 retail venues in various locations at Halifax, Hebden Bridge, Elland, Todmorden and Brighouse over a 7 day week period.
This is an exciting opportunity to join a multi award winning team at a time when positive changes are being made which include a number of facilities improvements and a staffing reorganisation. We are looking to recruit an enthusiastic and highly motivated person to join our Market Service to undertake the role of Market Operative who will be responsible for assisting the Market Attendants in the daily operation of the Councils Markets.
Responsibilities
* General cleansing duties, securing of premises and regulation of entry and trading, site supervision in accordance with Health and Safety requirements.
* Minor maintenance and the erection and dismantling of market stalls.
* Liaise with traders in relation to service provision and related matters to ensure Halifax Borough Market is maintained in a safe, secure and hygienic condition in accordance with all legislative requirements.
* Deliver excellent customer service and engage with key stakeholders to provide a first class service.
* Health and Safety is a service priority; proactively encourage a positive health and safety working environment ensuring staff and stakeholders work safely at all times.
Qualifications / Requirements
* Effective people skills - able to support and work with others to achieve goals and objectives.
* Experience of cleaning and sanitising in a commercial or industrial setting.
* Ability to learn and undertake training to facilitate safe operations and methods of work, and any other appropriate training.
* Understanding of the importance of establishing effective working relationships with customers and colleagues.
* Ability and willingness to travel around the district to meet the needs of the service.
* Flexibility to work Saturdays and from time to time Bank Holiday Mondays, and to cover other Market Operative positions at other markets.
Additional Information
* This is an exciting time to join an award-winning team and the successful candidate should expect to cover other Market Operative positions as required.
* Disability Confident: Calderdale is a Disability Confident employer and interview opportunities may be available to applicants who declare a disability and meet the minimum criteria.
* We welcome applications from all and offer flexible working / job share opportunities for both full and part time staff.
* We are committed to tackling climate change and promoting a diverse, inclusive workforce. All applications are anonymised before being seen by the selection panel.
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