Overview
We are seeking an individual with driving and Grounds maintenance experience to assist us in the seasonal delivery of our service. We welcome enthusiasm to learn and are looking for someone who wants to make an impact on how our parks, play areas and public open spaces are maintained for the residents of Huntingdonshire.
Responsibilities
* To undertake, either individually, or as a member of a team, a range of horticulturally based maintenance activities including the cutting or strimming of grass, hedge cutting, pruning shrubs and herbaceous bed maintenance.
* To use a range of specialist hand tools and mechanical equipment including strimmers, hedge cutters and ride-on mowers as directed. The undertaking of safety checks and general risk assessments.
* To use a smart mobile device to receive daily scheduled work and adhoc jobs through the Councils Asset management system as directed.
* Full Driving licence with towing experience or B + E.
Qualifications
* PA1 & PA6
* NPTC Chainsaw certificate
* Experienced mower driver
* Horticulture NVQ/or relevant experience
An offer of employment is conditional upon having the right to work in the UK. Huntingdonshire District Council does not hold a Sponsorship Licence and is unable to provide a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS) or take over sponsorship for any role.
About Huntingdonshire District Council
Huntingdonshire District Council (HDC) is passionate about providing high-quality services to our communities, residents and businesses. This means we must employ and retain the most talented and dedicated people. Situated within the heart of the Cambridge-Peterborough Growth Area, Huntingdonshire is a beautiful district that boasts thriving market towns and many attractive villages, each with its own identity. We are an innovative and forward-thinking local authority whose residents are at the heart of our decision-making. At HDC we want to employ staff who embody our icare values (Inspiring, Collaborative, Accountable, Respectful, Enterprising), all of which support our ultimate purpose of putting our customers first.
For many of our roles (where it is possible) we accommodate a hybrid model of working. We know our people are what make Huntingdonshire District Council great and recognise how important a healthy work-life balance is. Our hybrid work model enables employees to work remotely whilst allowing for in-office collaboration opportunities across the district. Candidates should therefore be within commutable distance of our offices in Huntingdon, Cambridgeshire or able to attend meetings as required if further afield.
Equality, diversity and inclusion are at the heart of our recruitment and along with our values we are committed to creating an inclusive working environment, where diversity is valued and there is equality of opportunity. We therefore welcome applications from all sections of the community and we offer a range of benefits, including flexitime, to encourage a work-life balance.
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