COMM ENT 5577 G2 Grounds Operative (Construction) - Hamilton

South Lanarkshire Council; Bothwell; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Local government pension scheme

Cycle to Work Scheme

Flexible working arrangements

Employee discounts

Job summary

South Lanarkshire Council is seeking a Land Services Operative (Construction) - Grade 2 Level 1 Specialist to join the Hamilton-based Grounds Maintenance Team. You will lead outdoor construction and landscaping works across parks and open spaces, installing play areas, fences, paths and landscape features with a focus on safety and quality.

The role is permanent, based in Blantyre with a 37-hour week, and carries a salary of £31,001 – £31,445.

Qualifications

• Experience in construction, landscaping, grounds maintenance or a related discipline.
• Practical knowledge of outdoor construction techniques and installation works.
• Experience of operating grounds maintenance and construction-related machinery and equipment.
• A sound understanding of health and safety requirements.
• The ability to work effectively as part of a team and support colleagues where required.
• Good communication and organisational skills.

Responsibilities

• Construction and installation of play areas using specialist skills and knowledge.
• Carrying out a range of grounds construction and improvement works, including fencing, paths, landscape features and associated infrastructure.
• Supporting the delivery of environmental improvement and landscaping projects across South Lanarkshire.
• Operating plant, machinery and equipment safely and effectively.
• Assisting with the delivery of on-the-job training and sharing practical knowledge with colleagues.
• Participating in the review of risk assessments and safe systems of work.
• Supporting the implementation of health and safety procedures and best practice.

Skills

Construction experience

Landscaping

Health and safety

Teamwork

Tools

Plant machinery operation

Grounds maintenance equipment

Job description

Description

ACTUAL CLOSING DATE: Applications must be received by Friday 25 September @11:55pm.

Location: Forrest Street Depot, 18 Forrest Street, Blantyre, G72 0JP

Hours: 37 per week

Work Pattern: Monday to Thursday 8:00am - 4:30pm Friday 8:00am - 1:00pm

Salary: £31,001 - £31,445

Permanent post

South Lanarkshire Council Grounds Services are seeking to recruit an experienced and motivated Land Services Operative (Construction) - Grade 2 Level 1 Specialist to join our Hamilton-based Grounds Maintenance Team.

This is an excellent opportunity for an individual with construction and landscaping experience who can apply specialist skills and knowledge in the delivery of grounds maintenance and environmental improvement projects throughout South Lanarkshire.

About The Role

As a Grade 2 Level 1 Specialist, you will play a key role in the construction, installation and improvement of a wide range of outdoor facilities and infrastructure. Working as part of a dedicated team, you will contribute to the delivery of projects that enhance public open spaces and support local communities.

Key Responsibilities

• Construction and installation of play areas using specialist skills and knowledge.
• Carrying out a range of grounds construction and improvement works, including fencing, paths, landscape features and associated infrastructure.
• Supporting the delivery of environmental improvement and landscaping projects across South Lanarkshire.
• Operating plant, machinery and equipment safely and effectively.
• Assisting with the delivery of on-the-job training and sharing practical knowledge with colleagues.
• Participating in the review of risk assessments and safe systems of work.
• Supporting the implementation of health and safety procedures and best practice.

What We Are Looking For

• Experience in construction, landscaping, grounds maintenance or a related discipline.
• Practical knowledge of outdoor construction techniques and installation works.
• Experience of operating grounds maintenance and construction-related machinery and equipment.
• A sound understanding of health and safety requirements.
• The ability to work effectively as part of a team and support colleagues where required.
• Good communication and organisational skills.

Essential Requirements

• Demonstrable experience in construction, landscaping or grounds maintenance operations.
• Ability to undertake physical outdoor work in varying weather conditions.
• Full UK Driving Licence would be beneficial.
• A commitment to maintaining high standards of workmanship, safety and customer service.

Why Join Us?

This is an opportunity to be part of a team delivering improvements to parks, open spaces, play areas and community facilities throughout South Lanarkshire. The role offers varied and rewarding work, opportunities to develop specialist skills and the chance to make a positive contribution to the local environment.

If you have the experience, enthusiasm and practical skills required to deliver high-quality construction and landscaping projects, we would welcome your application.

South Lanarkshire Council is an Equal Opportunities Employer and values diversity within its workforce.

View the Grounds Operative (Construction) job profile

Policy and Requirements

Canvassing of Elected Members or employees of South Lanarkshire's Council directly or indirectly in connection with any appointment within the Council shall disqualify the applicant.

An Overseas Criminal Records Check is required where applicants born outside the UK (Scotland, England, Wales and Northern Ireland) or who have lived or worked outside the UK for a continuous period of 12 months in the past 10 years. Applicants are responsible for providing evidence of the Overseas Criminal Record Check. The check must be translated into English and should come from the police, judicial authority, government department or home embassy of the country or countries concerned. The check must include an official statement confirming that the applicant does not have any history of or pending criminal record proceedings. Checks may be carried out to authenticate the documents provided.

Equal Opportunities and Inclusion statement

The Council is committed to fostering equality, diversity and inclusion in its workforce. Therefore, we welcome applications from all sectors of the community, including under-represented groups within its workforce. We are keen to receive applications from candidates who have a disability, who are from a care experienced background, who are from a black, Asian or minority ethnic background, from a military service background and from those who are new Scots.

As a Disability Confident employer, we guarantee an interview to all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria as outlined in the job profile for this position.

As proud holders of the UK Armed Forces Covenant Gold Award, the Council is also committed to supporting members of the armed forces community, including service leavers, veterans, reservists and their families. In line with this commitment, service leavers, their close family members, veterans and reservists will be guaranteed an interview if they meet the essential criteria as outlined in the job profile.

As an employee of South Lanarkshire Council, you would also receive a wide range of benefits including:

• Enrolment in award winning local government pension scheme
• To increase the value of their pension pot, Local Government Employees can opt to join the Salary Sacrifice Shared Cost AVC scheme.
• Up to 33 days annual leave
• Public holiday entitlement (up to 10 days)
• Occupational sick pay
• Family friendly policies - flexible working and leave, maternity/paternity leave enhanced leave.
• Employee Discounts – including discounts at the cinema.
• Range of benefits to support you (Cycle to Work Scheme, Physiotherapy, Employee Assistance Program which offers practical and emotional support)