Stratton St Margaret Parish Council is looking to employ a Grounds Team Operative
Salary starting from SCP 7 - £26,403 pro rata per annum.
A Groundsman position has just become available within our Grounds Team and we are currently recruiting for a full time and permanent Grounds Team Operative based in Stratton St Margaret. All equipment provided along with PPE and company uniform.
Working hours are 37 hours per week, to include occasional weekends, working 5 out of 7 days. Normal working hours are 7.30 am – 3.30 pm Monday – Thursday 7.30 am – 3.00 pm Friday. Occasional working will be required to support Parish events on weekends.
If you are interested in joining our respected and dynamic team, please apply using the below details. The duties will include:
* Recreation grounds inspection and general repairs
* Grass cutting, hedge trimming and shrub maintenance
* Flower bed maintenance, weeding and planting. Tree planting.
* Ensuring that all sites are kept clean and tidy and free of litter
* Emptying litter and dog bins
* Assisting in all aspects of burials including preparing graves and liaising with customers Small building and improvement projects.
* Machinery driving and maintenance thereof.
* Leading and motivating occasional volunteers
* Undertake outside work in all weather conditions
It is (E) Essential (D) Desirable that applicants have the following:
(E) Drivers license (BE endorsement- trailer advantageous but training can be provided)
(E) Previous experience in similar position
(E) Ride on Mower Training
(D) Certificate in hazardous waste disposal or equivalent qualification desirable
(D) Pesticide PA1 and PA6 would be advantageous but training will be provided
(D) Agriculture Tractor Training
(D) Trailer towing licence
(D) Safe use of Chainsaw
(D) Experience of driving a Roadsweeper
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: £26,403.00 per year
Benefits:
* Company pension
* Free parking
* On-site parking
* Sick pay
Licence/Certification:
* Full UK Driving License (required)
Work Location: In person