Current Vacancies

Events and Conference Assistant

Permanent Contract
37 hours per week. On a rota basis, to include evenings and weekends.

Salary: £18,795 – £19,945 per annum. Scale Point: 5-8

To be part of a team at Trowbridge Town Council, assisting the management in the day to day events and hospitality programme.

Main Duties:

As our Events and Conference Assistant your duties will include aspects of bar service, service delivery for events and conferencing, high levels of customer service, building security, safety and presentation. Our events can range from weddings and large corporate functions, to private parties, conferences, live music events to small fitness classes. Whatever the occasion, as part of the team you will ensure all of our guests receive efficient, professional and friendly service at all times. (see Job description for full details on the Trowbridge Town Council Website)

Key Personal Attributes
To join the team at Trowbridge Town Council we need individuals who are hardworking, well presented and reliable. You will need good communication skills, a willingness to work as part of team and independently, with a desire to provide the best service at all times.

Person Specification
To be the Events and Conference Assistant you will need to be able to:

• Work effectively with colleagues within the team as well as other departments across the Council
• Work in a customer orientated environment and public facing position
• Identifying customer service problems or issues before they arise
• Undertake work in a well-organised and planned way
• Show a positive, friendly and professional manner with customers
• Striving for excellence by paying attention to important detail
• Work in a confidential and professional manner and to uphold the good reputation of the Town Council.

Previous Experience
The successful applicant must have previous experience in customer service preferably in a hospitality related role, and be able to work flexible hours on rota basis. An aptitude for attention to detail and the ability to work on own initiative while maintaining a cheerful disposition is required.

Benefits Package

• Award winning employer, accredited by Investors In People
• Competitive salary, with annual scale increases based on annual performance reviews
• Incremental holiday allowance based on service
• Generous pension scheme, Employer contribution 20.1%
•  View the full job description and person specification.

Should you wish to apply, please complete the attached Application Form.
You are also requested to complete the Equal Opportunities Form. This will remain confidential and will not be considered when making an appointment. All information you supply, including your application, will be stored in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulations 2018.

Once you have completed both forms, please email them to ellie.osborne@trowbridge.gov.uk or post to The Civic Centre, St Stephen’s Place, Trowbridge, Wiltshire, BA14 8AH.

If you have any questions relating to the role, please speak to Paul Weimar, The Civic Manager on 01225 765072.

Closing Date: 21st February, 12 noon

Interview Date: 25^th February 2019

Start Date: 1^st April 2019

Please be aware, we do not accept CVs.

Neighbourhood Services Groundsman

1 Year Fixed Term Contract: 1^st April 2019 – 31^st March 2020
37 hours per week, on a rota basis, to include some weekends

£17,364 – £18,426 per annum. Scale Point 1-4 Pending Pay Review

The main purpose of the role is:

Act as Groundsman Operative for Trowbridge Town Council to carry out associated tasks and provide an effective and clean street scene environment including; the town park, town centre, floral beds, closed church yards, play and open recreational areas. This will also include fulfilling maintenance services under the direction of the Neighbourhood Services Supervisor.

This involves:

Providing street and other cleaning services of a high standard throughout the town.

Ensure the safe operation of the sweeper and other machinery, including compliance with all road Highway and Regulations.

Also demonstrate professionalism particularly when working out in the public view.

In return, Trowbridge Town Council offers a generous pension scheme with an employer’s contribution of 20.1%, 21 days annual leave, plus 2 local days and a wide range of training and development opportunities.

View the full job description and person specification.

Should you wish to apply, please complete the attached Application Form.

You are also requested to complete the Equal Opportunities Form. This will remain confidential and will not be considered when making an appointment. All information you supply, including your application, will be stored in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulations 2018.

Once you have completed both forms, please email them to ellie.osborne@trowbridge.gov.uk or post to The Civic Centre, St Stephen’s Place, Trowbridge, Wiltshire, BA14 8AH.

If you have any questions relating to the role, please speak to Carl Maddox, Neighbourhood Services Supervisor on 01225 765072.

Please be aware, we do not accept CVs.

Closing Date: 20^th February 2019

Interview Date: TBC

Start Date: 1^st April 2019

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