Streetscene Arborist (Trees & Grounds)

Derbyshire County Council; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Local Government Pension Scheme

Generous annual leave

Work-life balance initiatives

Job summary

Bolsover District Council is seeking a capable operative to carry out arboricultural and grounds maintenance tasks across the district. You will prune trees, cut grass, maintain hedges and undertake street cleansing duties as required, with emphasis on health and safety and efficient work planning.

The role requires a current B driving licence, NPTC qualifications, and the ability to work independently and as part of a team, meeting schedules and deadlines.

Qualifications

• Knowledge and experience of arboricultural and grounds maintenance operations.
• NPTC qualifications for arboricultural operations and working at heights.
• Full driving licence Category B (preferably with C1) required.
• Good verbal communication skills and experience of team working.
• Experience driving light commercial vehicles, ride-on mowers, hedge cutters and spraying equipment.
• Ability to sustain high levels of physical output over prolonged periods.
• Experience working to pre-targeted schedules and tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Undertake arboricultural and grounds maintenance tasks as described in the job details.
• Drive and operate light vehicles and associated equipment to carry out daily workloads.

Skills

Arboricultural operations

Grounds maintenance

Driving licence (B/C1)

Team working

Verbal communication

Physical endurance

Job description

Bolsover District Council is seeking a capable operative to carry out arboricultural and grounds maintenance tasks across the district. You will prune trees, cut grass, maintain hedges and undertake street cleansing duties as required, with emphasis on health and safety and efficient work planning.

The role requires a current B driving licence, NPTC qualifications, and the ability to work independently and as part of a team, meeting schedules and deadlines.