1 month contract with a local authority
Job Purpose
* The Grounds Maintenance Operative will be responsible for performing grounds maintenance activities in parks, gardens, open spaces, road sides, and commercial premises to ensure a high horticultural and customer care standard.
Key Duties/Accountabilities
* Grass cutting
* Hedge and shrub maintenance
* Litter collection and furniture cleaning
* Maintenance of ornamental planting features
* Preparation of sports pitches
* Application of weed killer
* Minor tree works
* Landscaping works
* Playground inspection and maintenance
* Ensuring the maintenance of streets, parks, and open spaces to a high standard
* Safeguarding of keys and premises
* Assisting the management team in tackling misuse and abuse of streets, parks, and open spaces
Essential Experience Required
* Aptitude for grounds maintenance activities
* Previous experience in a grounds maintenance environment using a range of tools and equipment
* Ability to use own initiative to resolve basic issues and manage customer expectations diplomatically
Essential Qualification Required
* Lantra / NTPCA or equivalent accredited Trainer to issue Certificates in Strimmer/Brush Cutter, Pedestrian Mower, Blower, and Hedge Cutter
Additional Information
* Working Hours: 37 hours per week
* Must be physically fit and able to carry out long periods of physical work in all weather conditions
The role closes soon, apply ASAP.
Requirements
Requirements
* Aptitude for grounds maintenance activities
* Previous experience in a grounds maintenance environment
* Lantra / NTPCA or equivalent accredited Trainer to issue Certificates in Strimmer/Brush Cutter, Pedestrian Mower, Blower, and Hedge Cutter