Parks & Public Realm Technician – Outdoor Maintenance

Kidderminster Town Council; Larkhill; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On Site parking

Free eye tests

Employee assistance programme

Reimbursement for flu jab

Flexible working pattern

Annual appraisals merit award up to a

career progression and funded training

Job summary

Kidderminster Town Council is hiring an Operations Technical Officer to support day-to-day maintenance and development of parks and public spaces across Kidderminster. The role involves inspecting play equipment, supporting grounds maintenance, and assisting contractors to keep spaces safe, well-maintained and welcoming for residents and visitors.

Reporting to the Deputy Operational Services Manager, you will work outdoors, contribute to park improvements, and ensure compliance with safety

Qualifications

• Experience in grounds maintenance or horticulture and inspections of public assets.
• Experience working on highways or roadside areas.
• Current driving licence with Category C1 entitlement.
• Willing to undertake training towards relevant industry qualifications.
• RoSPA/RPII certification and power-tools competence advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Inspect play equipment, surfacing, street furniture and other assets; record findings and repair defects.
• Make dangerous equipment safe and arrange specialist contractor support as needed.
• Undertake grounds maintenance (grass cutting, hedge trimming, litter clearance).
• Develop and follow risk assessments; use tools, machinery and vehicles safely.
• Provide professional customer service and represent the council in public spaces.

Skills

Grounds maintenance experience

Safety-conscious

Good communication

Record-keeping

Independent and team worker

Tools

RoSPA/RPII certification

Power-tool training

Grounds maintenance equipment

Job description

Kidderminster Town Council is hiring an Operations Technical Officer to support day-to-day maintenance and development of parks and public spaces across Kidderminster. The role involves inspecting play equipment, supporting grounds maintenance, and assisting contractors to keep spaces safe, well-maintained and welcoming for residents and visitors.

Reporting to the Deputy Operational Services Manager, you will work outdoors, contribute to park improvements, and ensure compliance with safety