Greenspaces Driver & Grounds Maintenance Pro (4-on-4-off)

Liverpool City Council; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

27 days holiday + bank holidays (pro‑r

Flexibility First agile approach

Local Government Pension Scheme (AVC)

Progression & training opportunities

Employee wellbeing & cycle to work

Job summary

Liverpool City Council is looking for a Driver Operative in the Greenspaces team to perform a broad range of grounds maintenance tasks across highways, green spaces, recreation sites and cemeteries. You will drive as needed and help deliver safe, efficient operations with colleagues.

The role operates on a 4 On, 4 Off pattern for 28 weeks (March to September) with an additional weekend allowance of £3,345.26 per annum; driving licence and safety awareness are essential.

Qualifications

• Must hold a full UK driving licence (Category B).
• Knowledge of health and safety requirements relevant to the role.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team and communicate clearly.

Responsibilities

• Carry out a broad range of grounds maintenance tasks including cleansing, pruning, weed control, grassland & meadow management, herbicide application, sports turf maintenance and tree lifting.
• Work across highways, green spaces, recreation sites and cemeteries delivering safe, efficient and high‑quality grounds maintenance operations.
• Focus on productivity, supporting colleagues to deliver routine and ad hoc tasks while continually improving sites for stakeholders.
• Work safely, proactively and with urgency to ensure value for money for residents.

Skills

Driving (Category B)

Teamwork

Communication skills

Health and Safety awareness

Job description

Liverpool City Council is looking for a Driver Operative in the Greenspaces team to perform a broad range of grounds maintenance tasks across highways, green spaces, recreation sites and cemeteries. You will drive as needed and help deliver safe, efficient operations with colleagues.

The role operates on a 4 On, 4 Off pattern for 28 weeks (March to September) with an additional weekend allowance of £3,345.26 per annum; driving licence and safety awareness are essential.