Casual Groundsperson Level 2

Various locations across the East Riding

We are seeking applicants who wish to be considered for the role within our Grounds Maintenance Service who will contribute to the effective delivery of the Council's Grounds Service in accordance with pre-determined work schedules and standards determined by the Council.

The hours of work are 37 hours per week. You must be able to report to the depot ready for work by 7:30 am. A suitable level of fitness is required to cope with the physical demands of the job, i.e. able to walk for a minimum of 5 hours a day and the capability to move heavy equipment. Exposure to hand arm vibrating equipment will be required working within HSE guidelines. Ability to work outdoors in all weathers. Experience of driving triple mowers, tractors and other machinery associated with Grounds Maintenance operations is desirable; however training will be given. A full driving licence is essential. You must be capable of working either on your own or as part of a team and be capable of using your own initiative to ensure the completion of work schedules to a satisfactory standard. Allocating work to staff and monitoring to a high standard to ensure completion of all grounds operations.

To use handheld or large grass cutting equipment to maintain green areas throughout the East Riding of Yorkshire Council.

You will be responsible for undertaking work on all green space and street scene activities as required, including:

• grass cutting
• strimming
• hedge cutting
• herbicide application
• litter picking
• removal of detritus, clearing blocked drains of weeds, leaves
• pruning
• path edging
• hard landscaping
• preparation of planting areas, planning, design and planting of flower beds, watering and ongoing care of plants and repairs to lawns

We seek a person who has grounds maintenance experience but additional training can be given where necessary. The ability to listen, solve problems, being organised and treating customers with respect are essential for this post.

The role is based at various depots but good local knowledge of other areas within the East Riding would be useful.

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