Parks & Open Spaces Operative x2

Dover District Council; Dover; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking enthusiastic grounds maintenance operatives to join their dedicated team. This role involves maintaining the beautiful gardens, parks, and open spaces in the Dover District, known for its stunning landscapes and rich history. You will be responsible for various maintenance tasks, including grass cutting, pruning, and litter picking, ensuring that these areas remain inviting for the community. The successful candidates will enjoy a supportive work environment with excellent employee benefits, including healthcare membership and generous leave provisions. If you're passionate about outdoor work and have the necessary skills, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Benenden Healthcare Membership

Employee Assistance Program

Local Government Pension Scheme

Generous Annual Leave

Discount Scheme

On Site Parking

Cycle2Work Scheme

Salary Sacrifice Car Scheme

Qualifications

• Proven experience in grounds maintenance is essential.
• Certificates in spraying and horticulture are advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Maintain gardens, parks, and open spaces effectively.
• Perform tasks like grass cutting, weeding, and litter picking.

Skills

Grounds Maintenance

Physical Fitness

Using Power Tools

Weeding

Pruning

Planting

Litter Picking

Hedge Cutting

Education

Certificates in Spraying (PA1 PA6)

Horticulture

Ride on Mowers

Tools

Power Tools

Job description

There are currently two vacancies available.

The Dover District Council area is the part of South East England that is nearest to mainland Europe. The area covers approximately 121 square miles and includes three main towns, Dover, Deal and Sandwich as well as dozens of picturesque villages and hamlets which make East Kent such an attractive and popular place to live and work.

The Dover District is steeped in history, with the iconic White Cliffs of Dover, several castles including the Lord Warden of Cinque Ports residence, Walmer Castle. As well as the coastline, the District has wonderful countryside, lush valleys and beautiful parks and gardens.

Are you an enthusiastic and reliable grounds maintenance operative?

We are looking for dynamic people to maintain the gardens, parks and open spaces in and around the local area. Working as part of the Council’s in-house Parks & Open Spaces Team, the role involves the following aspects of maintenance:

1. Grass Cutting
2. Strimming
3. Weeding
4. Pruning
5. Planting
6. Litter Picking
7. Hedge Cutting

Candidates should have proven experience in grounds maintenance, be competent in using the appropriate power tools where required and be physically fit.

Certificates in spraying (PA1 PA6), Horticulture and Ride on Mowers would be an advantage but not essential.

What Can We Offer?

We can provide a friendly and supportive environment for you to excel in. We also offer several employee benefits, such as:

• Benenden Healthcare Membership and Employee Assistance Program
• Opt-in Local government pension scheme with the opportunity for staff to make advanced, voluntary contributions (AVCs) to top up their pension
• Generous annual leave provision
• Discount scheme including reduced membership rates at the local leisure centre
• On site parking
• Cycle2Work Scheme
• Generous Salary Sacrifice Car Scheme

Due to the nature of this role, the successful applicant will be required to undertake a Basic DBS check as part of their pre-employment clearances.

A full valid UK driving license is required for this role.

As this role involves the use of vibration equipment, any offer of employment will be subject to satisfactory medical clearance. We will ask you to complete a medical questionnaire which will be sent to our occupational health medical advisor and as a result of this you may be asked to undergo a medical.

The quality of your application will be considered as part of the recruitment process.

What Next?

If you would like a further discussion about the post then please contact Rebecca Doel, Parks & Open Spaces Supervisor at [e-mail] or 07740560937.

Interview date to be confirmed.