Local Environment Team Operative

Argyll & Bute Council; Lochgilphead; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dedicated team as a Local Environment Team Operative in the picturesque Lochgilphead area. This permanent, full-time role offers a chance to make a tangible difference in the community while enjoying a supportive work environment. Responsibilities include grounds maintenance, street sweeping, and minor road works. The council is committed to employee wellbeing and offers a range of benefits, including a competitive salary, pension scheme, and opportunities for career development. Embrace the beauty of Argyll and Bute while contributing to a positive community impact.

Benefits

Pension Scheme

Generous Leave

Cycle-to-Work Scheme

Gym Membership Discounts

Wellbeing Initiatives

Career Development Opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in ground maintenance and horticulture is essential.
• Knowledge of road maintenance and waste management is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Perform grounds maintenance and street sweeping tasks.
• Maintain public conveniences and assist with minor road works.

Skills

Ground Maintenance

Horticulture

Road Maintenance

Waste Management

Job description

Salary: £26,295 - £27,182 per year

Contract Type: Permanent

Position Type: Full Time

Hours: 37 hours per week

Service: Roads and Infrastructure Services

Closing Date: Thursday 22nd May 2025

A vacancy has arisen for a Local Environment Team Operative to work within the Lochgilphead area for Argyll and Bute, one of Scotland's most beautiful regions.

Argyll and Bute is renowned for its stunning landscapes. As an award-winning council, we play a vital role in the daily life and future of our diverse communities. Our goal is to make Argyll and Bute a desirable place to live, work, and do business. We are committed to providing excellent benefits and fostering a friendly, dynamic work environment, enabling our 5,000 colleagues to deliver services that support the growth of our community. Join us to make a difference.

The successful candidate will be part of the Local Environment Team, responsible for tasks such as grounds maintenance, street sweeping, maintaining public conveniences, minor road works, and all-weather pitch maintenance.

Previous experience in ground maintenance, horticulture, road maintenance, or waste management is essential.

This is a permanent role, working 37 hours per week, Monday to Friday.

We value our employees and offer benefits including a competitive salary, pension scheme, generous leave, cycle-to-work scheme, gym memberships discounts, wellbeing initiatives, and opportunities for career development. We support flexible working arrangements to promote work-life balance.

We are committed to environmental responsibility and employee wellbeing through various initiatives and policies.

We recognize the importance of a positive work-life balance and will consider flexible working requests, balancing service needs with individual preferences.

Applicants should note that:

• The Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exclusions and Exceptions) (Scotland) Order 2013, as amended, applies to this post.

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