An exciting opportunity has arisen for a full time tractor driver. The successful candidate will be part of a 3 man team carrying out various tractor duties supporting both grounds maintenance and street cleansing functions within the Operational department based at Wade Road.
Responsibilities include operating as part of a team carrying out duties such as Trimax grass cutting, flail hedge cutting, green waste collection and fly tip removal. These works include areas such as parks, open spaces, and other publicly accessible areas across the borough.
The role involves all aspects of grounds maintenance work with more of a focus on operations using the tractor and multiple implements, including side arm flail hedge cutting in accordance with quality standards, work instructions and specifications within Grounds Maintenance Management Plans.
The skills and competencies required are:
* an experienced tractor driver with medium to large tractors and implements, experience in hedge trimming, verge cutting and mowing;
* Highly motivated individual who is well-organised and able to take direction;
* Strong team work skills;
* Keen attention to detail;
* Proactive with a flexible approach to work;
* Full UK driving licence to include the CE (HGV) entitlement and category.
If this sounds like you, then do please get in touch.
The successful candidate will be required to work 7:00am to 3:30pm Monday to Thursday and 7:00am to 3:00pm Fridays with an hour for lunch.
What benefits do we offer?
At Basingstoke and Deane Borough Council we offer a wide range of employee benefits to recognise your valued contribution:
* Generous annual leave allowance plus bank holidays
* Local government pension scheme and Life Assurance
* Salary sacrifice schemes for bicycles and electric cars
* Access to discounts at nationwide retailers through our 'B Rewarded' perks discount site
* Funded healthcare cash plan including optical and dental cover
* Free flu vaccination vouchers
* Access to a free and confidential employee assistance program
* Support towards a variety of training, including professional qualifications, apprenticeships and wider technical and soft skill development courses
The council signs up to the Disability Confident scheme (formerly known as the 'Two Ticks' scheme). If you have declared a disability on the application form we can guarantee you an interview if you meet the essential criteria for the job.
Basingstoke and Deane Borough Council is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of our community.
Appointment Type
Permanent Position
Full Time/Part Time
Full-time
Job Category
Environmental Services
Hours
37
Is this a hybrid working role?
No
Salary Min
£31,204
Salary Max
£32,347
Interview date
07/10/2025
Closing Date
29/09/2025
Ref No
842