Horticultural Mechanic: Grounds & Play Park Tech

Argyll & Bute Council

Oban

On-site

GBP 21,000 - 29,000

Full time

45 hours ago
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Benefits offered by this job

pension scheme
generous leave entitlement
cycle to work scheme
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wellbeing initiatives
opportunities for learning and career

Job summary

Argyll & Bute Council in Oban, SCT, GB, is seeking a Horticultural Mechanic for an on-site full-time role. You will travel between Argyll & Bute work locations to support the Roads and Infrastructure Services. The position offers opportunities for career growth and a competitive benefits package.

The role requires maintenance and repair of grounds maintenance machinery, and occasional driving duties within the service. Closing date: Friday 16 October 2026.

Qualifications

  • Experience in maintenance of grounds equipment.
  • Ability to operate and inspect grounds machinery.

Responsibilities

  • Maintain and repair grounds maintenance machinery and equipment.
  • Receipting/recording grounds maintenance stores.
  • Undertake other grounds maintenance duties as required.
  • Carry out scheduled inspections of play park equipment and report actions.

Skills

Grounds maintenance

Tools

Grounds maintenance machinery
Driving duties

Job description

Argyll & Bute Council in Oban, SCT, GB, is seeking a Horticultural Mechanic for an on-site full-time role. You will travel between Argyll & Bute work locations to support the Roads and Infrastructure Services. The position offers opportunities for career growth and a competitive benefits package.

The role requires maintenance and repair of grounds maintenance machinery, and occasional driving duties within the service. Closing date: Friday 16 October 2026.

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