Grounds Maintenance Worker

We have a fantastic opportunity for Four Grounds Maintenance Workers at Sheffield City Council. This is a full-time temporary role for the next 5 months, with the possibility of extension.

What is the role?

Sheffield City Council are looking for Four Grounds Maintenance Workers to undertake environmental and horticultural maintenance duties city wide at various Cemeteries throughout Sheffield.  Delivering front-line service across the city, dealing with any areas in need of general improvement as directed.

What are your responsibilities?

• Under the direction of a supervisor, to carry out defined horticultural maintenance work to parks and other green open spaces to ensure that they are clean, safe, and attractive including (after suitable training):
• The use of horticultural machinery and equipment up to and including ride-on mowers
• The use of hand tools
• Emptying of litter and dog bins and their surroundings
• To undertake general gardening and environmental maintenance duties including, for instance, hedge cutting, pruning, grass cutting, litter picking, fly-tipped and other rubbish removal, using appropriate equipment as directed by a supervisor.
• Undertake some duties without direct supervision, such as emptying bins, litter picking and general gardening.
• Carry out improvement work including preparation and painting work to outdoor fixtures, erection of temporary fencing, signage etc and the installation of dog bins.
• Work at all times in accordance with established Safe Systems of Work, Health and Safety Guidelines, Policies and Procedures.
• To meet clients as appropriate.
• To ensure that the issue of ‘Waste Transfer Notes’ and other documentation is undertaken and recorded in line with current legislation.
• To drive and clean council vehicles.
• Undertake training and development to improve skills and competences as necessary.
• Achieve performance targets in line with Service Level Agreements.

What skills do you Need?

• Must have previous Grounds Maintenance Worker experience.
• Excellent People skills, as you will be speaking to the public, other members of staff and senior managers.
• You will need to be physically fit and healthy, as you will be lifting heavy items.
• Must have a Valid Full UK Driving Licence
• Full time 37 hours a week, Monday to Friday.

Next Steps:

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