Job Description

Scale 2 24,796 (37 hours per week) Full Time

Job Overview

To undertake a wide range of ground and building maintenance tasks utilising craft skills including for example, soil cultivation, digging, forking, mulching, watering, raking, weeding, edging, pruning, bed preparation and planting.

To Maintain sports pitches and play areas work as requested, including cricket wickets and the bowling green.

Litter collecting and emptying litter waste bins, and to ensure streets, pavements, and public areas are kept clean and free from litter, debris, and graffiti.

Seasonal maintenance internal and external including the planting of seasonal bedding schemes, and including gritting and snow clearance.

Carry out arboricultural work including felling, pruning, shredding and chipping and assisting with the aerial work.

Use and basic maintenance of hand tools, equipment, vehicles and plant including mowers, ride on mowers, strimmers, leaf blowers and tractors.

Assist with the preparation and digging out of grave sites and maintenance of cemetery grounds.

Work outdoors in all weather conditions.

To ensure that plant, machinery and equipment is properly used and cared for and that basic maintenance checks are carried out. Report all faults and defects to the responsible person as soon as possible.

Ensure that personal protective clothing and equipment is used at all times.

To ensure that all accidents, incidents and vandalism details are reported to supervisory staff as soon as possible.

To participate in training initiatives and CPD courses as requested.

Interact with residents and community groups to address concerns and promote environmental initiatives.

To undertake any task commensurate with the role and at the request of the Manager's or Team Leader within Neighbourhood Services Department.

Common Duties and Responsibilities:

Quality Assurance

To understand and adhere to standards at individual, team performance and service quality so that the customer and the Council's requirements are met and that the highest standards are maintained.

Communication

To participate in and adhere to the team's communication processes and taking responsibility for keeping up to date with all relevant procedures, policies and objectives associated with the role. Excellent communication skills in English, both written and verbal, are required to perform the duties of this role effectively.

Professional Practice

To take responsibility for behaving professionally at all times, ensuring that work is carried out to the highest standards and in line with the team's and Council's stated policies or procedures. This includes adhering to the Council's Code of Conduct.

Health and Safety

Take responsibility for understanding and adhering to health and safety requirements for their service area, in line with the Town Council's Health and Safety Policy.

Appraisal

All members of staff will receive appraisals and it is the responsibility of each member of staff to follow guidance on the appraisal process.

Equality and Diversity

As an organisation we are committed to promoting a just society that gives everyone an equal chance to learn, work and live free from discrimination and prejudice. To ensure our commitment is put into practice we have an established Equality and Diversity Policy.

Confidentiality

All members of staff are required to undertake that they will not divulge to anyone personal and/or confidential information to which they may have access during the course of their work. All members of staff must be aware that they have explicit responsibility for the confidentiality and security of information received and imported in the course of work and using Council information assets.

Induction

The Council has in place an induction programme designed to help new employees to become effective in their roles and to find their way in the organisation.

The above is not exhaustive and the post holder will be expected to undertake any duties which may reasonably fall within the level of responsibility and the competence of the post as directed by your manager.

Essential Criteria:

Full UK Driving Licence

Experience in grounds maintenance, street cleaning or a related field

Ability to operate and maintain various tools and machinery

Strong understanding of health and safety regulations

Passion for working within this industry

Good communication and interpersonal skills

Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Physical fitness and the ability to perform manual labour

Desirable Criteria:

Relevant qualifications in horticulture, environmental management, or a related discipline

Experience in local government or a similar environment

Experience of promoting sustainability in the environment

Experience working in a community-focused environment, understanding the unique needs and preferences of local residents

A positive and enthusiastic approach to work, contributing to a pleasant work environment

Job Types: Permanent, Full-time

Pay: 24,796.00 per year

Benefits:

Company pension Cycle to work scheme Employee discount Free parking Health & wellbeing programme On-site parking Sick pay
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person