Parks & Countryside Groundskeeper - Outdoor Roles, Flexible Hours

Essex County Council

Maldon

On-site

GBP 29,000 - 31,000

Full time

8 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Free parking
Flexible and agile working
Generous holiday entitlement
Employee assistance programme
Cycle to work scheme

Job summary

Maldon District Council invites applicants for a Parks & Countryside Officer (Level 2) based in Maldon. The role focuses on grounds maintenance across 25 parks and spaces, with weekend duties and out-of-hours rotations.

A full UK driving licence is essential, along with several relevant licences and NVQ 2 in horticulture. The team emphasises health and safety, outdoor work, and collaborative service delivery, with annualised hours averaging 38 hours per week, peaking 46 hours April–September and

Qualifications

  • Experience in grounds maintenance and outdoor work across multiple sites.
  • Two or more competency certificates in relevant grounds jobs (training can be provided).
  • Full UK driving licence and access to transport to travel to work.

Responsibilities

  • Carry out grounds maintenance across 25 parks and open spaces.
  • Operate groundcare machinery and conduct routine servicing of equipment.
  • Assist with weekend/bank holiday duties and out-of-hours cover for events.
  • Maintain safety standards and follow health and safety guidelines.

Skills

Outdoor work
Grounds maintenance
Driving (car) licence
Health & safety awareness

Education

NVQ level 2 in horticulture

Tools

PA1 spraying licence
PA6 spraying licence
Brushcutter licence
Chainsaw licence (C30/C31)
Ride on mower certificate
Amenity tractor with trailer
Woodchipper
Vehicle maintenance knowledge

Job description

Maldon District Council invites applicants for a Parks & Countryside Officer (Level 2) based in Maldon. The role focuses on grounds maintenance across 25 parks and spaces, with weekend duties and out-of-hours rotations.

A full UK driving licence is essential, along with several relevant licences and NVQ 2 in horticulture. The team emphasises health and safety, outdoor work, and collaborative service delivery, with annualised hours averaging 38 hours per week, peaking 46 hours April–September and

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