3 months contract with a local authority
Job Purpose
* The purpose of this role is to support the Parks Team in maintaining these areas to a high standard, ensuring they are safe, clean, and welcoming for all visitors. The role requires a motivated individual with hands‑on grounds maintenance experience and a strong commitment to health, safety, and customer service.
Key Duties/Accountabilities
* Carry out grounds maintenance duties including grass cutting, strimming, hedge cutting, pruning, and general upkeep of parks and open spaces
* Operate basic horticultural and grounds maintenance machinery safely and effectively (e.g. strimmers, hedge cutters)
* Maintain playgrounds, sports pitches, and countryside areas to required standards
* Follow all Health & Safety procedures at all times, including risk assessments and safe working practices
* Work independently or as part of a team to complete assigned tasks
Essential Experience Required
* Previous experience in grounds maintenance or a similar outdoor role
* Basic knowledge of horticultural machinery (e.g. strimmers, hedge cutters)
* Strong understanding of Health & Safety requirements
* Ability to follow instructions accurately
Essential Qualifications Required
* No formal qualifications required
* Relevant horticultural or grounds maintenance training (desirable)
Additional information to note
* Working hours: 35 hours per week
* The hiring manager will conduct a short interview with selected candidates, they will then be expected to attend a short induction. This will be prior to start date.
* If successful a placement will be created, and a start date agreed for the worker.
* We work on Bi weekly payment schedule
The role closes soon, apply ASAP.