Landscape Operative - ABS45399

Aberdeenshire Council; Turriff; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A local council in Scotland is looking for a Landscape Operative to maintain public parks, open spaces, and cemeteries. The ideal candidate will perform outdoor manual work, including grass cutting and planting, and operate landscaping machinery. Team-oriented individuals who can work in all weather conditions and have knowledge of horticulture are encouraged to apply. This is a fixed-term position lasting until March 21, 2027.

Qualifications

• Comfortable working in all weather conditions.
• Knowledge of horticulture and willingness to learn.
• Ability to provide a reference from current or most recent employer.

Responsibilities

• Support maintenance of public parks, open spaces, and cemeteries.
• Perform outdoor manual work including grass cutting and planting.
• Operate machinery related to landscape maintenance.

Skills

Team-oriented

Safety-conscious

Job description

Job Description

We are looking for a Landscape Operative to support the maintenance of public parks, open spaces, and cemeteries across Aberdeenshire. The role involves outdoor manual work including grass cutting, planting, grave digging, and operating machinery.

Applicants should be team-oriented, safety-conscious, and comfortable working in all weather conditions.

Physical effort is a daily requirement of this post.

Knowledge of horticulture and willingness to learn also knowledge of burial grounds

There is a responsibility for the post holder to demonstrate a commitment to quality service delivery through continuous improvement for the benefit of the Service and the organisation. This post has a minimum requirement of one reference which must be your current or most recent employer.

Fixed term for a period not exceeding 21 March 2027

Informal enquiries to David Mundie 01467 530727

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Requirements

This post has a minimum requirement of one reference, which must be your current or most recent employer.