Public Parks Gardener – Flexible Hours, Team Impact

Aberdeen City Council; Aberdeen City; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working

Disability Confident Employer

Armed Forces Covenant

Job summary

Aberdeen City Council is seeking a permanent, full-time worker for Environmental Operations, including general and horticultural duties across public spaces and housing estates.

Applicants should hold SVQ level 3 or City & Guilds in Horticulture or an equivalent qualification, with the ability to work in teams or alone and carry out duties in all weather conditions. PVG considerations apply for roles meeting salary thresholds.

Qualifications

• SVQ level 3, or City and Guilds level in Horticulture, or equivalent qualification.
• Ability to work as part of a team and as an individual.
• Ability to understand and respond to instructions given.
• Ability to deal with customers in a helpful and friendly manner.
• Ability to resolve issues and contribute to continuous improvement of service.
• Ability to complete job related sheets accurately.
• Ability to carry out manual duties in all types of weather.

Responsibilities

• Undertake duties in Environmental Operations including general work and horticultural tasks in public parks, playing fields, cemeteries, landscaped areas, public open spaces, roads, and housing estates.
• Work as part of a team or individually to deliver services.
• Maintain accurate job-related records and contribute to service improvements.

Education

SVQ level 3 / City & Guilds in Horticulture

Job description

Aberdeen City Council is seeking a permanent, full-time worker for Environmental Operations, including general and horticultural duties across public spaces and housing estates.

Applicants should hold SVQ level 3 or City & Guilds in Horticulture or an equivalent qualification, with the ability to work in teams or alone and carry out duties in all weather conditions. PVG considerations apply for roles meeting salary thresholds.