The restructure focuses on the operational
workforce, although it also increases management capacity in line
with the need for the increased capital program. The primary change
to the grade 6 post defines and develops the supervisory function
of the role. The reduced number of Grade 6 operatives is balanced
by an increase in the number of Grade 4 posts. The work undertaken
by gully operatives is distinctly different from that of the other
Grade 4 Road workers and a new job description has been written to
more accurately reflect the duties specific to this role. There is
a need for greater flexibility in the role of Yard Operative where
work is currently undertaken by one person. The creation of a grade
3 post to allows for potential growth opportunities in the future
as less experienced operatives learn their skills. All posts have
been assessed by the Councils Pay and Reward team and grades
provided.
In addition to this it is anticipated that the Council will also be
required to make savings in the 2019/2020 financial year, the new
structure will drive out savings against the existing structure but
newly funded posts to enhance the capital program have been added
giving a net increase in overall posts.
Decision type: Key
Decision status: Recommendations Approved
Notice of proposed decision first published: 28/08/2019
Decision due: 28 Aug 2019 by Deputy Chief Executive -
Lead member: Cabinet Member - Neighbourhoods
Contact: Stephen Aikman, Operations Manager 0161 770 4417 / Email: Stephen.Aikman@oldham.gov.uk Email: stephen.aikman@oldham.gov.uk.
Consultation process
The consultation period was held 12th June
2019 to the 27th July 2019. All comments as the proposal have been
considered and the working times have been revised from the
original proposal as given at appendix 4.