Parks Operative & Park Warden - Belfast City Council Location: Various sites across Belfast (including Ormeau Park and Prince Regent Road) Salary: £14.35-£15.82 per hour About the Opportunities Belfast City Council is recruiting Parks Operatives and Park Wardens to join the City and Neighbourhood Services Department. Parks Operative - Key Duties Drive and operate council vehicles, including vans, tractors, and ride-on mowers. Carry out grass cutting, hedge trimming, pruning, planting, and litter removal. Use and maintain powered tools and light machinery safely. Assist with playground inspections, park furniture maintenance, and events. Work with community and volunteer groups to support local projects. Essential Requirements: Full current C1E driving licence (allowing you to drive with a trailer). At least 1 year's experience in: Gardening/horticultural work (planting, grass cutting, hedge trimming, litter removal). Safe use of powered hand tools and equipment. Dealing with members of the public in a face-to-face setting. Park Warden - Key Duties Patrol parks, cemeteries, and open spaces to ensure public safety and compliance with by-laws. Enforce dog control orders, litter codes, and alcohol restrictions. Engage with park users, schools, and community groups to promote positive use of facilities. Lock/unlock park buildings and respond to incidents such as vandalism or antisocial behaviour. Prepare incident and inspection reports and liaise with PSNI and council teams when needed. Essential Requirements: Full current driving licence valid in Northern Ireland (or access to transport). At least 1 year's experience in each of the following: Working directly with the public. Working in a security role (patrols, facility checks, liaising with PSNI). Working in an enforcement or legislative role (dog control, litter enforcement, etc.). Working Hours Parks Operative: Monday-Thursday 7:30am-3:30pm, Friday 7:30am-3:00pm Park Warden: Monday-Thursday 8:30am-5:00pm, Friday 8:30am-4:30pm