Environmental Operative – Level 2 Grounds Maintenance
Tameside
Full Time
Permanent
Expires 13/06/2025
About the Role
Contract Type: Permanent
Assessment Date: To be arranged
The Role:
Operations and Greenspace are responsible for delivering key front-line services such as street cleansing, grounds maintenance, arboriculture, countryside, and playground services. We are seeking an enthusiastic, motivated, and well-organized individual to join a small reactive team within the grounds maintenance department.
About You:
The successful candidate will perform duties including shrubbery maintenance, bowling green care, graffiti removal, chemical spraying, and other related tasks. The role involves regular use of powered mechanical equipment like mowers, strimmers, and hedge cutters.
About Us:
Join us in shaping the future of Tameside!
Message from Julian Jackson, Director of Place at Tameside Council:
“Since September 2022, I’ve been proud to work with a dedicated team making a real difference in our borough. Our Place Directorate covers planning, highways, parks, culture, arts, environmental services, and facilities management. From street cleaning to green space improvement and regeneration projects, our work impacts residents and businesses daily.”
“We have delivered projects like Ashton Old Baths and are developing master plans for Stalybridge, Hyde, Ashton Mayoral Development Zone, and Godley Green Green Garden Village, creating new homes, jobs, and spaces. Our focus is on modern, efficient core services that support thriving communities and preserve our heritage.”
“We seek passionate individuals to join us in driving positive change, improving services, and shaping Tameside’s future. Be part of something great!”
Note: We are currently unable to offer sponsorship.
We promote a culture of respect, diversity, and inclusion, and are an accredited disability confident employer. Reasonable adjustments will be considered under the Equality Act 2010.
Our rewards and benefits package is available here.
For more information about this role, contact the recruiting manager, Paul Eccles (Operations Supervisor), at 0161 342 3301.
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