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3-month contract position with a local authority
Summary
- This is a 3-month contract position with a local authority, aimed at supporting the Parks Team in maintaining public areas to a high standard. The role is crucial for ensuring these spaces are safe, clean, and welcoming for all visitors. It requires a motivated individual with hands-on grounds maintenance experience and a strong commitment to health, safety, and customer service.
Responsibilities
- Perform 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.
- Adhere to all Health & Safety procedures, including risk assessments and safe working practices.
- Work independently or as part of a team to complete assigned tasks.
Requirements:
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
- Working hours: 35 hours per week.
- 7:30 AM - 4 PM Mon - Thurs and 7:30 AM - 3 PM
- Selected candidates will undergo a short interview and are expected to attend a brief induction prior to the start date.
- Successful candidates will have a placement created and a start date agreed upon.
- Bi-weekly payment schedule.
- The role closes soon, apply ASAP.
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