Job Description

Interviews will be held on 8th and 9th October 2025 in Bracknell

Salary:

25,583 - 28,142 (subject to qualification and experience) plus generous Pension Scheme

Hours:

37 hours per week

Working pattern:

Full Time Mon - Thurs 7.30am - 3.30pm, Fri 7.30am - 3.00pm

Location:

Braybrooke Depot, Bracknell

Closing date:

Midnight 5th October 2025

JOB PURPOSE

As part of a team maintain the Town Council's facilities to present an attractive, welcoming and safe environment for Staff and Service users.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Operational:

Ground staff report to the Assistant Recreational Facilities Manager on a day-to-day basis. The ideal candidate for this position will have grounds maintenance experience.

You will be used to working outdoors sometimes in inclement weather.

You will be required to work at any of the Bracknell Town Council's site and will be required to utilise specialist equipment. Following training to maintain and repair play areas Candidates must be willing to work flexibly including on occasional evenings and weekends to meet the needs of the job. You will be able to lift and undertake heavy manual tasks. Experience of ground maintenance would be an advantage along with a sound knowledge of risk management. Relevant qualifications ie PA1/PA6, LANTRA based machine operations would be desirable, but training will be available for the right person. Adhere strictly to all health, safety and operating protocols established by the Council

Drive Bracknell Town Council vehicles between work sites in compliance with road regulations.

Assist with ancillary grounds keeping duties such as watering, pressure washing, playground inspections and landscaping tasks as needed, subject to experience/training. Maintain accurate logs and documentation related to equipment operation, maintenance and work completed Participate in training programs to maintain certifications and enhance relevant skills.

Good can do attitude is essential for the role due to the requirements of the role Financial: No financial responsibilities

ACCOUNTABILITIES

Complete tasks within time allocated Complete all tasks to a high standard Utilise machinery specialist equipment in accordance with instructions. Liaise with other staff and service users /members of the public in a professional manner Work in accordance with the Council's Code of Conduct for staff Comply with the Council's health and safety requirements to achieve a safe working environment for staff and service users Record hours worked in order to complete timesheets Record/report any incidences of damage/vandalism straight away to Line Manger

KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS

95% of tasks completed within time allocated No complaints received from Line Manager / public regarding the work completed

No problems /incidents with the use of specialist equipment

No complaints regarding attitude to other staff or members of the public No breaches of the Code of Conduct

No incidences of failure to comply with health and safety requirements

Timesheets correctly completed and delivered to the office on time Must undertake compulsory training and complete all documentation such as HAV's books.

CHALLENGE, CREATIVITY & DECISION-MAKING

Conducting risk assessments related to equipment operation

Evaluating and responding to unexpected situations or issues

Reporting incidents, vandalism or hazards promptly Exercising situational judgement when dealing with difficult circumstances Proactively identifying training needs for new equipment or procedures Grounds Person - Grounds Team

NECESSARY KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

Valid / clean UK driving license Experience of grounds maintenance and good eye for details.

Experience in Construction projects, desirable but not essential.

Experience in safely operating machinery in public spaces like parks and sports facilities preferred, ride on mowers/tractors, small machinery for grounds maintenance. Able to work independently with a self-motivated, safety conscious approach Enthusiastic commitment to ongoing training and professional development

Possession of related certifications in horticulture or grounds operations is an advantage

Experience of sports and turf amenity maintenance and ability/desire to improve/learn these processes. Bracknell Town Council is seeking a Grounds person to join our team maintain the Bracknell Town Council's recreation areas and play equipment. This is a full time, permanent role maintaining the Council's parks, open spaces and sports facilities.

BENEFITS

Competitive salary plus 27.2% employer contribution to Local Government Pension scheme 23 days annual leave (increasing to 26 days after 5 years' service) Discounted hire of Bracknell Town Council facilities
Hours: Full time 37 hours per week Monday to Thursday 7:30am to 3:30pm Friday 7:30am to 3:00pm

Apply now for this opportunity to join a dedicated parks and grounds team in maintaining the green spaces of Bracknell

How to apply:

To apply please send your CV and cover letter (include in your letter why you want the job and what you will bring to the role) to : accounts@Bracknelltowncouncil.gov.uk

Or by post or delivery to: Bracknell Town Council, Brooke House, 54 High Street, Bracknell Berkshire RG12 1LL

Please make sure that you list all your current qualifications and experience

Closing Date: Midnight 5th October 2025

Interviews will be held on 8th and 9th October 2025 in Bracknell

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 25,583.00-28,142.00 per year

Benefits:

Company pension Free parking Health & wellbeing programme On-site parking Sick pay
Ability to commute/relocate:

Bracknell: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Work Location: In person