3-month contract position with a local authority
Summary
- This is a 3-month contract position with a local authority, focused on grounds maintenance across public parks, schools, playing fields, landscaped areas, and other public open spaces. The role is crucial for delivering high-quality maintenance services and achieving service objectives through efficient resource utilization.
Responsibilities
- Perform general grounds maintenance, including grass cutting, hedge trimming, and sports area upkeep.
- Set out, mark, and maintain sports pitches on natural, synthetic, and artificial surfaces.
- Support site preparation and basic construction activities as needed.
- Clean and maintain parks, playgrounds, open spaces, and public facilities such as changing rooms and toilets.
- Safely apply pesticides in accordance with regulations and guidelines.
- Work independently with minimal supervision and support trainees or other team members when required.
Essential Experience Required
- Previous experience in grounds maintenance, gardening, or similar outdoor roles.
- Experience using hand tools, machinery, and light plant equipment.
- Experience working in parks, schools, or public spaces is desirable.
Essential Qualifications Required
- Training in the safe use of relevant machinery and equipment.
- Ability to work independently and manage workload effectively.
- Good organizational skills and ability to meet deadlines.
- Full UK driving licence and ability to tow trailers.
Additional Information
- Working hours: 31-43 hours per week.
- Candidate must be in fit and healthy condition, reside in Carmarthenshire, hold a full UK driving licence, and be flexible with working hours, as the schedule is 43 hours per week during the cutting season and 31 hours per week during winter.
- Driving licence required.
- Work is scheduled on a bi-weekly basis.
The role closes soon, apply ASAP.
