Streetscene Operative - EAD08452

East Dunbartonshire Council; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits in a forward-thinking council's Streetscene department. As a garden operative, you will play a crucial role in developing the Victorian Walled Garden, transforming it into a stunning venue for weddings and events. Your responsibilities will include maintaining beautiful horticultural displays and ensuring the park remains a welcoming space for all visitors. This position offers a friendly work environment with ongoing training, perfect for those who thrive outdoors. Join us in creating memorable experiences in Mugdock Country Park!

Benefits

Ongoing Training

Flexible Working Hours

Outdoor Work Environment

Qualifications

• Experience in horticulture and garden maintenance.
• Ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Develop the Victorian Walled Garden for events.
• Maintain horticultural planting and grass cutting.

Skills

Horticultural Skills

Project Management

Customer Service

Education

Relevant Horticulture Qualification

Tools

Grass Cutting Equipment

Gardening Tools

Job description

Job Summary

Please note that this position is temporary. Salary will be be pro-rated for less than 37 hours per week.

The Council's Streetscene department, in conjunction with Mugdock Country Park, has an exciting opportunity for an experienced garden operative to undertake project work within Mugdock Country Park.

The position is initially for 25 weeks but may be extended with funding (up to March 2026).

The role involves:

1. Developing the Victorian Walled Garden in collaboration with the Team Lead as a suitable wedding/event venue.
2. Developing horticultural planting within the walled garden and other areas of Mugdock Country Park, including wildflower beds, planters, and the car park bed. You will also be required to carry out grass cutting around the estate in collaboration with Mugdock's wardens.

The working pattern is 5 days over 7, predominantly Monday to Friday, 0900 to 1700. Occasional weekend volunteering opportunities may be arranged during warmer months, requiring flexibility.

The service is diverse, undertaking open space maintenance, sports pitch marking and maintenance, shrub and arbor work, cemetery operations, garden care, and street cleaning. While mainly based at Mugdock Country Park, you may be required to work from any location within the district. You will be an ambassador for Streetscene / Mugdock Country Park, delivering first-class service to our customers and maintaining open spaces for residents and visitors.

We offer a friendly environment with ongoing training. If you enjoy working outdoors in all weather conditions, possess the skills outlined in our Role Profile (please read before applying), and hold a clean driving license (CPC desirable), please apply.

Full job details and hours are available within the role profile, which can be obtained with the application packs.

Please note, a practical assessment will be part of the interview process.

Closing date: Friday 9th May. Interviews will be held on Friday 16th May.

PVG / Disclosure Scotland

All roles within East Dunbartonshire Council requiring PVG/Disclosure checks are subject to the following criteria:

Applicants for regulated roles under the Disclosure (Scotland) Act 2020 will be required to join the PVG Scheme or undergo a PVG Scheme Update check before employment is confirmed. The cost of the check will be deducted from the first salary payment. In some cases, deductions may be made in instalments following employment commencement, with approval from the HR & OD Manager. If an employee leaves before the deduction is complete, the remaining amount will be deducted from the final salary.

This criteria also applies to existing employees applying for roles requiring PVG/Disclosure checks.

Charter of Commitment

East Dunbartonshire Council commits to treating all job applicants politely, fairly, and with respect. We conduct equalities monitoring to ensure a fair process, anonymizing sensitive information such as age, gender, and disability. Application information will be kept confidential, accessible only to relevant HR and service personnel.

We encourage applications from individuals under the disability symbol, and where the essential criteria are met, an interview will be offered. Reasonable adjustments for accessibility will be made during the interview process. We aim to inform applicants of their interview status within the specified timeframes and will communicate success or failure promptly.

Website

www.eastdunbarton.gov.uk