37 hours Permanent
At Broxtowe Borough Council we are passionate about the Environment and have made a commitment to be carbon neutral by 2027. Whilst this will be a challenging target, we have a drive to implement improvements across the borough and this role will play a key part in achieving our target.
We’re looking for an experienced and motivated professional to join our Environment Team and lead on the frontline operational management of the Councils Parks, Green Spaces, trees and cemeteries services.
The role is primarily based at our Kimberley Depot, although you will be expected to attend meetings at other Council sites. The role will also be part of the Councils emergency call out rota.
In return for your hard work and dedication, we can offer you the chance to be part of a great team dedicated to ensuring that all people in Broxtowe thrive. You will also have access to a variety of attractive employee benefits including competitive leave entitlement and local government pension scheme.
We’re looking for an individual who has experience in:
• Managing grounds maintenance arboriculture, burial and small construction works.
• The pro-active management of site health and safety.
• Producing tenders and contract management.
The ideal candidate would:
• Be passionate about the environment
• Have appropriate technical qualifications in the Grounds Maintenance and Arboricultural field.
• Have the creativity, drive and passion to meet the challenges of the role
• Be highly organised and able to work under pressure
• Be able to motivate others
• Be forward thinking, flexible and innovative
What you need to know:
If you’d like to have an informal chat about the role, please contact Emma Georgiou, Head of Environment on 0115 917 3189.
You can read about why it’s great to work with us on our jobs page
Please reference post no.: T242
Closing Date: Thursday 13 March 2025 (midnight)
Interviews will be held w/c 31 March 2025.
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