Gardener Groundsperson Driver - MID07181

Midlothian Council; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government body in the United Kingdom is seeking a Gardener Groundsperson Driver. This permanent position entails maintaining green spaces and operating machinery throughout the year, with a variation in working hours during Summer and Winter. A driving licence is essential for this role, along with experience in horticulture. The minimum salary is £26,918.62 per annum. Applications are encouraged from diverse candidates as part of our commitment to inclusivity.

Qualifications

• Driving Licence, including operation of trailers is essential.
• Desirable: SVQ level 2 in horticulture or similar.
• Experience in horticulture/greenkeeping preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain gardens and green spaces.
• Operate necessary machinery according to safety guidelines.
• Follow seasonal working hours and variations.

Skills

Driving Licence for trailers

Experience in horticulture/greenkeeping

Education

SVQ level 2 in horticulture or similar

Tools

Chainsaw Certificate

Stone cutter Certificate

Ride on grass cutting machinery Certificate

Hand held applicator PA1 & PA6 Certificate

Weedkilling Certificate

Job description

Job Description

KNOWLEDGE

Essential:

• Driving Licence, which includes the operation of trailers

Desirable:

• SVQ level 2 in horticulture, greenkeeping or similar
• Experience of working in a horticultural/greenkeeping environment
• Chainsaw Certificate
• Stone cutter Certificate
• Certificate of competence to operate ride on grass cutting machinery
• Certificate of competence in hand held applicator PA1 & PA6.
• Weedkilling Certificate

Please note that there are Summer/Winter hours per week variation. These average at 36 hours per week over the whole year. 39 hours per week in Summer, 32 hours per week in Winter.

CLOSING DATE – Sunday 14th December 2025

INTERVIEW DATE – week commencing 5th January 2026

Requirements

Position Title: Gardener Groundsperson Driver

Position Number: LG06

Directorate: Place

Location: Stobhill

Contract Status: Permanent

Hours of Work: 36 hours per week on average over the year. 39 hours per week in Summer, 32 hours per week in Winter.

Working Pattern: Summer/Winter Variation – Average 36 Hours

Weeks per year: 52

Please note that it is Midlothian Councils policy that successful applicants will be appointed to the first point on the salary scale.

Based on 36 hours over 52 weeks per year, the minimum actual salary for this position is £26,918.62 per annum.

The Individual

If you have difficulty applying for this post or in accessing attached documentation, or if you have a disability and reasonable adjustment is required, please email [e-mail] to speak to a member of the Recruitment Team, stating the post reference number.
Midlothian Council is currently undergoing a period of transformation, changing and improving the way it delivers services in Midlothian. As a consequence, there are a number of existing employees for whom we are committed to seeking suitable alternative employment within the Council in accordance with our legal obligations. Candidates are advised that, for some vacancies, internal candidates in this situation will be interviewed before the wider selection pool and a slightly longer delay may be experienced before application outcomes can be advised to you. Thank you for your patience in this matter.

If you are a trainee of a Midlothian Council Training Programme, have a disability or you are a care experienced young person who has previously been a looked after child you are eligible for a guaranteed interview if you meet the essential criteria for the post.