Job description

3 months contract with a Local Authority

Job Summary:

• We are seeking enthusiastic and self-motivated Gardeners/Drivers to maintain a wide range of parks and green spaces across the borough.

• The role involves horticultural maintenance across public parks, playgrounds, countryside areas, sports pitches, grass verges, housing estates, roadside greenery, and school grounds.

• This varied position requires travel across the borough and working in all weather conditions, often with minimal supervision.

Key Duties/Accountabilities (Sample):

• Maintain public parks, green spaces, and verges to high standards year-round.

• Operate and drive a 3.5-tonne transit tipper vehicle across various borough locations.

• Carry out general ground’s maintenance including grass cutting, hedge trimming, planting, weeding, and leaf clearance.

• Undertake seasonal horticultural tasks and ensure appropriate use of hand tools and powered equipment.

• Maintain school grounds and support grounds care on council-managed housing estates where required.

• Ensure all tasks comply with health and safety regulations and risk assessments.

• Work both independently and as part of a team, completing set tasks to specified deadlines.

• Interact courteously with members of the public and represent the council in a professional manner.

• Attend induction and safety briefings prior to commencement.

Skills/Experience:

• Sound understanding of Health & Safety in a practical work environment – essential.

• Previous grounds maintenance or horticultural experience desirable.

• Knowledge of basic plant types and garden maintenance practices advantageous.

• Previous supervisory experience is a bonus but not required.

• Able to follow clear instructions and complete physical tasks efficiently.

• Comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions.

• Excellent team working skills and able to work alone when necessary.

• Strong work ethic and reliable timekeeping.

• Polite, professional, and courteous in dealing with the public.

Additional Information:

• Valid UK driving licence (Category B) essential – must be able to drive a 3.5-tonne tipper vehicle.

• Experience driving in an urban or borough setting is desirable.

Gardener Driver

Gardener Driver

Job description

Karina Nazarenko