
Network General Duties Assistant
Secondment
On-Site
Job number: 245058
£32,422-£44,455
E.ON Energy Solutions Ltd
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Network General Duties Assistant
Job description
Here's what you'll be doing
We are seeking motivated individuals to join our team as general duties assistant in The South West. As a GDA, you will be responsible for visiting client sites to accurately record data and create documentation. Some low level mechanical/electrical/Civils experience would be beneficial, however full training will be provided. This is an excellent opportunity for individuals with good computer skills.
Key responsibilities
- General housekeeping and stock control within Energy Centres
- Document control for legal compliance checks in Energy Centres and substations.
- Create asset list with consumable parts and work orders via Microsoft Dynamics.
- Visit residential, commercial, and industrial properties, to carryout site inspections,contractor inspections, provide AE support where applicable.
- Maintain professionalism and respect privacy while interacting with clients and customers.
- Adhere to safety protocols and company policies while performing duties.
- Maintain accurate records of completed work and submit them promptly via MSD.
- Support with underground civils works including deep excavations works.
- Assist with trench support systems under direction.
- Carry out backfilling and reinstatement works
- Work in public highways (non-motorway) and private land
- Setup safe working sites in live traffic areas including fencing, barriers, signage, and SLG.
- Oversee and manage 3rd party contractors when onsite and ensure compliance.
- Collate and report on investigation works, using digital tooling
- Co-ordinate and plan with Customer service any interruptions to service
- Provide support within Energy Centres when required to carry out PPM tasks on assets.
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Main responsibilities of the role
- General housekeeping and stock control within Energy Centres
- Document control for legal compliance checks in Energy Centres and substations.
- Create asset list with consumable parts and work orders via Microsoft Dynamics.
- Visit residential, commercial, and industrial properties, to carryout site inspections,contractor inspections, provide AE support where applicable.
- Maintain professionalism and respect privacy while interacting with clients and customers.
- Adhere to safety protocols and company policies while performing duties.
- Maintain accurate records of completed work and submit them promptly via MSD.
- Support with underground civils works including deep excavations works.
- Assist with trench support systems under direction.
- Carry out backfilling and reinstatement works
- Work in public highways (non-motorway) and private land
- Setup safe working sites in live traffic areas including fencing, barriers, signage, and SLG.
- Oversee and manage 3rd party contractors when onsite and ensure compliance.
- Collate and report on investigation works, using digital tooling
- Co-ordinate and plan with Customer service any interruptions to service
- Provide support within Energy Centres when required to carry out PPM tasks on assets.
- Able to repair or reconfigure pipework inside and outside of Energy Centres.
- Carry out proactive maintenance tasks on all assets across all areas.
- Maintain good site housekeeping standards
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What we need from you
- Valid full UK driving license.
- Ability to use Microsoft Visio
- Good verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to work well independently and as part of a small team along with managing time effectively.
- Attention to detail and accuracy
- Flexibility to work in various weather conditions and travel across Heat Network sites.
- NRSWA full operative card
- Proven civils and excavation experience
- Experience working in underground environments
- Experience supporting site set-up and SLG
It would be great if you had
- Experience or qualifications in an engineering discipline, electrical, mechanical or civil's.
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Application process
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