Playground Technician

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

The job requirements are detailed below. Where applicable the skills, qualifications and memberships required for this job have also been included.

Job details

Job title Playground Technician
Job reference 000012575
Date posted 14/10/2026
Application closing date 01/11/2026
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Salary Grade F £31,015 - £33,673 a year
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Job category/type Other
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Salary: Grade F £31,015 - £33,673 a year
Location: Stores Road, Derby
Hours: 37 hours a week
Working hours: Full time
Closing Date: 01/11/2026
Contract Type: Permanent

The Opportunity

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join our Playground Maintenance colleagues within the Parks & Greenspace Climate and Active Living service area.

A full-time Playground Technician is required to enable the Parks team to maintain and repair its play facilities.

Together with other members of the team, you will be responsible for planned technical inspections, maintenance and repairs of play facilities across the city and completing the necessary written records.

What you’ll be doing

Working within the Parks & Greenspace team with the maintenance & inspection of our Play Facilities across the City & assisting Projects Officers with ongoing developments within the City.

About you

• An engineering / maintenance background.
• A relevant qualification in engineering / maintenance and be prepared to work towards successfully completing the RPII Operational Inspector of Playgrounds qualification within the first 6 months of appointment.
• A good understanding and commitment to health and safety.
• A commitment to excellent customer service and Council values.
• The ability to work on your own initiative and to prioritise workload according to health and safety risks.
• A positive and flexible approach.
• The ability to travel to different locations within the city.

Who We Are

At Derby City Council, we're proud to deliver over 250 essential services that support our residents, communities and businesses. Guided by our vision to create an Inclusive, Green, Growing and Vibrant City, we put people at the heart of everything we do.

Our values shape how we work every day. We believe in Great People, One Team, we're Bold in embracing change, Strong in delivering for our communities, and We Care about making a positive difference.

Join us and you'll be part of an ambitious, collaborative organisation where you can develop your career while helping to shape Derby's future.

Why join Derby City Council?

At Derby City Council, you'll have the opportunity to make a real difference while building a rewarding career in an organisation that values, supports and invests in its people. Alongside the opportunity to help shape the future of Derby, you'll benefit from a comprehensive range of employee benefits, including:

Financial Benefits

• Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) – a secure, defined benefit pension with life cover
• Team Derby Rewards – discounts across a wide range of retail, leisure and lifestyle brands
• Tusker Car Benefit Scheme – a salary sacrifice scheme for leasing a brand-new, fully maintained and insured vehicle

Work-Life Balance

• Generous annual leave, starting at 27 days and rising to 32 days after five years' service (plus bank holidays, depending on your contract)
• The option to purchase additional annual leave
• Flexible and hybrid working arrangements for many roles
• Flexible retirement options, where eligible
• Support for colleagues with caring responsibilities

Learning and Development

• Learning and development opportunities, with regular career conversations to support your growth
• Leadership and management development programmes, mentoring and professional qualifications
• Modern workspaces designed to support collaboration, productivity and wellbeing

Health and Wellbeing

• Employee Assistance Programme, wellbeing support and a year-round wellbeing calendar
• Free annual flu vaccinations
• Cycle2Work Scheme and free cycle training

Community and Inclusion

• Up to 15 hours of volunteering leave each year
• Recognition through initiatives including the Here for Derby Awards and Long Service Awards
• The opportunity to join one of our Employee Networks, including LGBTQ+, Disabled Employees and Carers, Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic Employees, and Neurodiversity

At Derby City Council, we believe our people are our greatest strength. Whatever stage you're at in your career, you'll be joining an inclusive organisation where you'll be supported to develop, feel valued and make a meaningful difference to the communities we serve.

Some benefits are dependent on your role, contract or length of service.

Important Information

• Links to the full Job Description and Person Specification are available below.
• Before submitting your application, please read our guidance on completing the application form and ensure your supporting statement clearly demonstrates how you meet the essential criteria in the Person Specification.
• All employees will normally be appointed to the minimum of the grade for the role.
• Where a DBS requirement is indicated at the top of this advert, the successful candidate will be subject to the appropriate Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check as part of our safer recruitment process.
• Where a Market Rate Supplement is indicated at the top of this advert, it is paid in addition to the basic salary and is subject to regular review. The supplement may be reduced or withdrawn and will reduce in line with incremental progression and pay awards.
• The Council has a legal obligation to consider suitable redeployment opportunities for employees at risk of redundancy. Consequently, this vacancy may be withdrawn before the advertised closing date if it is filled through the Council's redeployment process.

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

At Derby City Council, we're committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and can thrive. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and believe our workforce should reflect the diverse communities we serve.

As a Disability Confident Leader, disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the role can choose to apply through our Guaranteed Interview Scheme.

We are also proud to hold the Ministry of Defence Employer Recognition Scheme Silver Award, recognising our commitment to supporting serving personnel, veterans and their families. Members of the Armed Forces community, veterans and their close family members who meet the essential criteria are also eligible for our Guaranteed Interview Scheme.

If you need any reasonable adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process, including during your application, interview or onboarding, we'll work with you to provide the support you need.