Job Description
3-4 month contract position with a local authority
Summary
* This is a 3-4 month contract position with a local authority, aimed at supporting the Street Scene & Waste Services team. The role involves performing grass cutting, grounds maintenance, and various outdoor environmental tasks throughout the city. The position is crucial in ensuring that public spaces, parks, and streets are maintained to a high standard, fostering a clean, safe, and welcoming environment for both residents and visitors.
Responsibilities
* Perform grass cutting, hedge trimming, and shrub maintenance in parks, open spaces, and roadside areas.
* Undertake general grounds maintenance, including clearing leaves, debris, litter, and waste.
* Assist in planting, watering, and maintaining flower beds and landscaped areas.
* Support street cleaning activities, including litter picking, sweeping, and waste removal.
* Maintain public spaces, footpaths, and city center areas to an agreed standard.
* Report damage, vandalism, fly-tipping, or environmental hazards to supervisors.
Requirements
* Experience in grounds maintenance, landscaping, horticulture, street cleansing, or similar outdoor manual work.
* Experience using grounds maintenance tools such as mowers, strimmers, and hedge-cutters.
* Experience working in all weather conditions and in physically demanding roles.
* Full UK Driving Licence (driving may be required).
Additional Information
* Working hours: 37 hours per week
* Bi-weekly payment schedule
* The role closes on 23rd March 2026, apply ASAP.
Requirements
To assist teams in grass cutting and general grounds maintenance around the city