Canal Associates - Crinan
Scottish Canals, Crinan, Argyll and Bute
- Full time
- Permanent
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Scottish Canals, Crinan, Argyll and Bute
- Onsite working
- Full time
- Permanent
Full Job Description
Scottish Canals are responsible for the management and development of five Scottish canals; we care for bridges, buildings, locks, The Falkirk Wheel, The Kelpies and 19 water supply reservoirs in locations across Scotland. We are currently seeking cheerful, positive, and outgoing people to join our seasonal team. This is a great role for people who love nature and the outdoors, enjoy meeting new people, being out and about in the fresh air, and who want to learn new skills! You ll meet an incredible variety of people, have the chance to experience something truly unique, work as a team, and spend time in some of the most spectacular landscapes in the country. You ll be provided with a uniform and can expect to start out by being based within busier areas of our canal network. You ll be meeting and engaging with members of the public, sharing information and answering questions, walking the canal routes keeping them safe and tidy. Key Duties Include:
- To demonstrate a commitment to support the deliver of the SC vision and Crinan Business objectives.
- Working with boating customers, to deliver excellent customer service & care.
- Operating lock gates, bridges and managing water resource.
- Ensuring excellent H&S recording using digital Apps on company devices.
- Operating mowers, strimmer s, and other ground care equipment to carry out routine vegetation management.
- Utilising a variety of hand and power tools; to carry out minor maintenance works as directed.
- Assist in routine maintenance and care of small plant equipment.
- Maintain accurate and timely records as required.
- Perform manual labour in line with H&S Safe system of work business manual.
- Assist and support water management and water conservation., This role attracts an hourly rate of 12.60 and receives monthly holiday pay at 12.07%. You will work on a rolling rota which will include weekends and bank holidays.
Experience of working within relevant operational environment e.g., customer service, general vegetation management and general asset management. - Basic DIY and maintenance skills.
- The ability to communicate effectively with other team members and locations to allow for the efficient operation of the waterway.
- Basic literacy and numeracy skills.
- Basic element of computer skills, email, Microsoft word.
- Driving licence
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