3 Month Contract With A Local Authority

To ensure parks and open spaces are maintained to the highest standards of cleanliness, safety, and presentation, providing an enjoyable environment for all visitors while delivering a cost-effective, customer-focused service.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain a visible and welcoming presence in parks and open spaces through regular patrols.
  

• Work collaboratively with internal teams and partner organisations to support the delivery of activities, educational programmes, and environmental initiatives.
  

• Respond appropriately to breaches of park regulations and relevant legislation.
  

• Remove graffiti, litter, and debris as required.
  

• Maintain public conveniences, play equipment, and park facilities in a clean, safe, and operational condition.
  

• Provide accurate and friendly information to park users.
  

• Conduct routine site inspections to ensure full health and safety compliance.
  

• Care for animals within designated enclosures, where required.
  

• Liaise with external agencies (e.g., animal welfare services, police) to report incidents or concerns.
  

• Log incidents and produce written reports on inspections, defects, and maintenance needs.
  

• Ensure park security, including locking and unlocking gates and entrances.
  

• Carry out grounds maintenance tasks to achieve high horticultural standards.
  

• Safely operate and maintain machinery, vehicles, and equipment.
  

• Supervise and maintain children’s play areas and paddling pools.
  

• Undertake any other duties commensurate with the role as directed by the Head Gardener.
  

• Work an average of 36 hours per week as part of a rotating schedule, including weekends and evenings.
  

Requirements

• Full, clean UK driving licence (strict requirement).
  

• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
  

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  

• Willingness and ability to travel between multiple sites.
  

• Ability to drive park vehicles and operate horticultural machinery.
  

• Manual handling capability for litter collection, equipment use, and physical tasks.
  

• Competence in using cleaning equipment and chemicals safely.
  

• Ability to identify defects in park facilities and take immediate steps to make them safe.
  

• Comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions.
  

• Willingness to wear uniform and appropriate protective clothing.