Job Introduction
Grounds Maintenance Operative (T2)
Salary: Band: 3, £24,027 - £24,420 p.a.
37 hours per week, Monday - Friday, but will be required to work some weekends.
Your New Role
The In-House Grounds Maintenance Operations Service covers parks and open space areas of the City which are at the heart of the local community and enjoy great support and affection from residents. The Service is responsible for the maintenance of parks and open spaces, allotments, cemeteries, golf courses and semi-natural open space with assorted sports and play facilities within. The services also provides grounds maintenance services to Traded Services incorporating schools and social service locations. As part of the Grounds Maintenance Operations team you will carry out the necessary works to ensure that the parks, gardens and open spaces are well maintained and kept tidy to a level of continuity for the residents, communities and visitors.
You will be responsible for a range of ground maintenance duties which will include: grass cutting (using both specialised pedestrian and rid on grass cutting machinery), Strimming, sweeping of paths and hard surfaces, daily playground inspection, daily inspection and litter picking, regular fly tip removals, maintenance of shrubs, hedges and rose beds. You will be spraying herbicide and pesticide (PA1 PA6 or equivalent certificated holders only) and driving a range of commercial vehicles up to 3.5 tons. You will be able to demonstrate a Horticultural and practical knowledge in a range of areas as detailed above. In addition, you will be able to carry out plant and machinery inspections completing a pro forma, prior to use and report any defects and correctly use all machinery and personal protective equipment (PPE) issued.
What you'll need to succeed
A self-motivated and flexible individual, with experience in general ground maintenance. It would be an advantage to hold certification PA1 PA6 in herbicide and pesticide application or equivalent. You will be able to work under supervisory instruction and follow processes and procedures but also able to work automatously when required. With the ability to plan and manage your time effectively you will be able to use tools and machinery required for the role. With good communication skills, you will be aware of Health and Safety requirements, hazardous materials etc. Flexible to provide cover at weekends and out of normal working hours when required, you will hold a full driving licence, the ability to tow would be an advantage. You will be able to attend and work in any of the maintenance areas within the city.
Please read the job profile for the full details of this exciting opportunity and what you need to demonstrate in order to fulfil the role.
About Portsmouth City Council
What we can offer you:
Portsmouth City Council is a unique organisation, committed to making a difference, and is guided by core values that set who we are as people, what we stand for, and how we act.
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Application process:
How to apply: Please read the full job profile for further details on the post and remember to demonstrate why you are suitable against each of the points described in the 'Who is the Person' points on the profile. This might be through qualifications or descriptive examples from your work / personal experience, which clearly illustrates what you did and the effect it had.
You will need to demonstrate that you have the Right to Work in the UK. No post will be offered without it.
Closing: 27 January 2025
Applications received after this may not be considered.
We will email applicants from time to time; please ensure you check e-mail folders as sometimes our e-mails may go into spam/junk folders.
Should you require any support in completing the application form please contact recruit@portsmouthcc.gov.uk. or call the recruitment team on 023 92 616800
