Grounds Maintenance Worker

We have a fantastic opportunity for Four Grounds Maintenance Workers at Sheffield City Council. This is a full-time temporary role for the next 5 months, with the possibility of extension.

What is the role?

Sheffield City Council are looking for Four Grounds Maintenance Workers to undertake environmental and horticultural maintenance duties city wide.  Delivering front-line service across the city, dealing with any areas in need of general improvement as directed.

What are your responsibilities?

• Under the direction of a supervisor, to carry out defined horticultural maintenance work to parks and other green open spaces to ensure that they are clean, safe, and attractive including (after suitable training):
• The use of horticultural machinery and equipment up to and including ride-on mowers
• The use of hand tools
• Emptying of litter and dog bins and their surroundings
• To undertake general gardening and environmental maintenance duties including, for instance, hedge cutting, pruning, grass cutting, litter picking, fly-tipped and other rubbish removal, using appropriate equipment as directed by a supervisor.
• Undertake some duties without direct supervision, such as emptying bins, litter picking and general gardening.
• Carry out improvement work including preparation and painting work to outdoor fixtures, erection of temporary fencing, signage etc and the installation of dog bins.
• Work at all times in accordance with established Safe Systems of Work, Health and Safety Guidelines, Policies and Procedures.
• To meet clients as appropriate.
• To ensure that the issue of ‘Waste Transfer Notes’ and other documentation is undertaken and recorded in line with current legislation.
• To drive and clean council vehicles.
• Undertake training and development to improve skills and competences as necessary.
• Achieve performance targets in line with Service Level Agreements.

What skills do you Need?

• Must have previous Grounds Maintenance Worker experience.
• Excellent People skills, as you will be speaking to the public, other members of staff and senior managers.
• You will need to be physically fit and healthy, as you will be lifting heavy items.
• Must have a Valid Full UK Driving Licence
• Working Hours are 7.30am – 17.00pm Monday to Thursday

Next Steps:

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