Cardiff Council is the largest Local Authority in Wales responsible for delivering repairs to over 13,000 properties. The successful candidates will work within our service area and develop a variety of workplace skills, knowledge and experience in our Responsive Repairs Unit as well developing knowledge and understanding of the work and responsibilities of working in Local Government in Cardiff. Cardiff Council is proud to be a Gender Diverse organisation and encourages applications from all Gender identities.
About the job
The successful applicants will work as part of a team to deliver a first-class service. As a Trainee we will help and encourage you to develop skills that will support you with your future career. You will be encouraged to take on a wide range of jobs. You will receive supervision, on the job training and support from an experienced Tradesperson within the team, who will help you to develop, there is no requirement to attend college for this position. As a Trainee you will be developing to provide efficient support in a positive, customer focused manner.
While a driving licence is not required for this role, it may be essential for positions you apply for after completing the traineeship. Therefore, we encourage you to obtain a full, valid driving licence during your traineeship, and we will provide support to help you achieve this.
You should show a willingness to learn and be comfortable in a learning environment. This position will be a fixed 2-year Temporary contract.
What We Are Looking For From You
You will need to be well‑organised and able to work on your own initiative, as well as working within a team. You will be expected to complete basic Health and Safety training and site‑specific training which would be required if applying for any future posts within the council or private organisation .
Additional information
For an informal discussion, after reading the job description, Marie Doble on 07583158155 or Samantha Pika 07976948648.
Graduates are not eligible to apply for this post.
This post is temporary for 2 years from your date of commencement.
Internal candidates who wish to apply for this position on a secondment basis must obtain approval prior to application using Form SEC1 (4.C.081). Requests may only be approved by the relevant Director/ Assistant Director/ Chief Officer or senior nominated officer graded no lower than OM2 or in the case of schools based staff the Headteacher / Governing Body.
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We welcome applications in both English and Welsh. Applications received in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than English applications.
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Job Category Apprentice / Trainee
Department Housing & Communities
Working Pattern/Contract Type Full Time Temporary
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