We are working closely alongside with a local authority in Worcester to assist with the appointment of a Grounds Maintenance on a 3-months contract, highly likely to be extended at clients discretion. Please apply with your CV for immediate consideration.
Rate of Pay: £12.21 - £15.81 per hour
Summary:
Worcester City Council is seeking a hardworking and reliable Grounds Maintenance worker to join our City Services team. This role is essential for maintaining the high standards of our public green spaces, with a specific focus on the sensitive and prestigious environment of the citys crematorium. You will be responsible for ensuring that lawns, gardens, and communal areas remain healthy, functional, and visually appealing for visitors. As this role involves working in the public eye, a high level of professionalism and respect is required at all times.
Responsibilities:
* Execute daily grounds maintenance tasks including mowing, hedge trimming, weeding, pruning, and planting to keep outdoor spaces tidy and attractive.
* Drive council vehicles to transport tools, equipment, and crew members between key sites including KGV, Astwood, and St Johns.
* Assist with manual labour tasks as required to support the wider Bereavement and Green Spaces management team.
* Act as a representative of the Council while working in public areas, maintaining a polite and professional demeanour.
Essentials:
* Previous experience in grounds maintenance, landscaping, or manual labour in an outdoor environment is preferred.
* A full, valid UK Driving Licence is essential for travelling between sites.
Please note:
* You should be available to work immediately or at a short notice.
* You should have right to work in U.K
* This role requires a Basic DBS
Disclaimer: Brackenberry Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. We are committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. Unless otherwise stated all of our roles are temporary, though opening assignments can be and often are, extended by clients on a longer term basis and can sometimes become permanent.
Important: We will interpret your application as being permission to submit your CV to this role (with the right to represent you) unless you advise us to the contrary. Incase the role requires an enhanced DBS, your DBS must be either through us or be accompanied by a subscription to the DBS updating service.
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