Playground Maintenance Technician: Inspections & Repairs

Derby City Council; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

LGPS pension

Flexible/hybrid working

Generous annual leave

Job summary

Derby City Council is seeking a full-time Playground Technician to maintain and repair play facilities across the city. You’ll undertake inspections, planned maintenance and repairs and keep accurate written records as part of the Parks & Greenspace Climate and Active Living team.

The role requires an engineering/maintenance background and a relevant qualification, with progression toward the RPII Inspector credential within six months.

Qualifications

• An engineering / maintenance background and a relevant qualification are required.
• Willingness to work towards the RPII Operational Inspector of Playgrounds qualification within six months.

Responsibilities

• Carry out planned technical inspections, maintenance and repairs of play facilities.
• Complete necessary written records and documentation of works.
• Travel to different locations within the city as required.

Skills

Engineering background

Health and safety awareness

Travel to different locations

Education

Engineering / maintenance qualification

Job description

Derby City Council is seeking a full-time Playground Technician to maintain and repair play facilities across the city. You’ll undertake inspections, planned maintenance and repairs and keep accurate written records as part of the Parks & Greenspace Climate and Active Living team.

The role requires an engineering/maintenance background and a relevant qualification, with progression toward the RPII Inspector credential within six months.