Salary
Grade 5 - £25,584 to £27,269 per annum, pro-rata
Hours
36 - 37 Hours per week
Contract
Fixed term - 6 Month Fixed Term Contracts
Location
Kutton Lane Depot, Newcastle-under-Lyme
About the job
If you enjoy working outdoors in all weathers and have a passion for grounds maintenance in relation to grass cutting, shrub bed maintenance, hedge cutting, weeding and sports ground care and willing to be flexible with other seasonal tasks you will be of particular interest for this varied hands-on role. If you’re a team player, physically fit, enthusiastic and positive, and enjoy varied work outdoors all year round as an active member of a team, this role could be for you.
You’ll be able to communicate confidently and well with managers, other team members and the public. We’ll provide a full induction, ongoing training and all your PPE
We provide a range of essential services and have high standards, making a real difference to the way the Borough looks. This team cuts grass and hedges, maintains shrub beds, clears litter, plants up key civic areas, manages parks and does a range of environmental land management work on Council land.
The seasonal fixed term contract posts will be positions in one of three teams undertaking grounds maintenance:
Ride on Mower Team
Parks and Gardens
Cemeteries
Seasonal hours ranging from April to August 36 hours over 4 days, Monday to Friday September / October 37 hours over 4.5 days Or 37 hours Monday to Friday (Cemeteries Team). There will be some weekend working if required.
We know that services at the frontline improving the environment are changing, and that providing ‘Green Skills’ for staff is an investment in the future. The culture here is all about getting the best out of our team by providing a range of benefits to everyone.
Requirements
You’ll have a full driving license, preferably HGV2 (minimum category C1) and have a previous experience of using heavy and light plant.
You will also have a sound health and safety knowledge.
Ideally, you’ll also have a good knowledge of the Borough and general labouring experience
Please see Person Specification for a full list