Maintenance Operative

JobsTrackR; Newport; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Maintenance Operative in Newport, Isle Of Wight. The role involves driving a 4x4 vehicle, operating maintenance machinery, and performing various maintenance tasks including hedge cutting and site clearance. This is a full-time temporary position with responsibilities including the maintenance of paths and drainage systems. Interested candidates should apply with their CV.

Qualifications

• Must hold a current full ordinary driving licence.
• Experience in operating maintenance machinery is required.

Responsibilities

• Driving a 4x4 vehicle for maintenance tasks.
• Operating grass/hedge cutting machinery.
• Felling small trees and clearing hedges.

Skills

Driving

Maintenance

Tools

Grass Cutting Machinery

Hedge Cutting Tools

Job description

Maintenance Operative needed in Newport, Isle Of Wight, £16.80ph PAYE - Reference: OR7075

Job Context:

1. The driving of a 4x4 vehicle in accordance with current driving test standards and to hold a current full ordinary driving licence.
2. To operate and carry out daily maintenance of grass/hedge cutting machinery and all hand tools and to hold any necessary licences in respect of the same.
3. The cutting back and clearing of hedges and rough verges.
4. The felling of small trees, tree branches and sawing through and removing sections of fallen trees.
5. The installation/fitting of public rights of way posts and signage.
6. The installation and maintenance of stiles, gates, bridges, steps and all types of fencing.
7. The construction and maintenance of paths and drainage systems.
8. To carry out general ditching and site clearance operations.
9. To carry out snow clearance operations and assist with clearing up duties in the event of storm damage or flooding.
10. To carry out the daily maintenance and basic checks of Rights of Way vehicles and all plant/machinery, e.g., checking oil, water, tyres, lights, etc.

Additional Information:

This is a full-time role on a temporary contract basis.

If interested, please apply on our website with your CV or email it to [e-mail], quoting the reference number.

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