At a Glance
- Tasks: Join our Grounds Services team to maintain beautiful outdoor spaces across South Lanarkshire.
- Company: South Lanarkshire Council, committed to equality and community service.
- Benefits: Enjoy up to 33 days annual leave, flexible working, and employee discounts.
- Other info: Guaranteed interview for disabled applicants and those from under-represented backgrounds.
- Why this job: Work outdoors, make a difference, and develop your skills in a supportive environment.
- Qualifications: Must have a full UK HGV driving licence and grounds maintenance experience.
The predicted salary is between 15.54 - 15.66 £ per hour.
ACTUAL CLOSING DATE: Applications must be received by Thursday 3 September 2026 at 11:55pm. Please ensure that you read the full advert text and do not submit a CV, as these will be disregarded as they do not form part of SLC application process. If you require to submit additional information to support your application, please upload this under supporting documents.
Location: Forrest Street Depot, 18 Forrest Street, Blantyre, G72 0JP.
Hours: 37 hours per week
Work Pattern: 4 days on and 4 days off - 6:30am - 6:00pm
Hourly Rate: £15.54 - £15.66
Community and Enterprise Resources are seeking to appoint a Grounds Operative (HGV Driver) within our Grounds Services team based in Forrest Street Depot, Blantyre. Do you enjoy working outside? We are looking for enthusiastic and dedicated individuals to join our Grounds Service Teams working throughout South Lanarkshire. Our teams provide a varied grounds maintenance service for the council throughout the year which includes:
- Grass cutting
- Shrub bed maintenance
- Hedge cutting
- Formal planting maintenance
- Soft landscaping
- Cemetery maintenance
- Other associated horticultural operations
One of the main responsibilities of this job is to provide excellent customer service by assisting in providing an effective grounds maintenance service. Our services include:
- Mechanical Sweeping both large and small
- Working with different teams on all aspects of grounds maintenance.
A full UK HGV driving licence and previous experience of working in a grounds/streetscape maintenance environment are essential. Experience operating Johnston road sweepers or similar equipment. Good understanding of vehicle checks and maintenance procedures. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Commitment to safety, efficiency, and high-quality service delivery.
Equal Opportunities and Inclusion statement: The Council is committed to fostering equality, diversity and inclusion in its workforce. Therefore, we welcome applications from all sectors of the community, including under-represented groups within our workforce. We are keen to receive applications from candidates who have a disability, who are from a care experienced background, who are from a black, Asian or minority ethnic background, from a military service background and from those who are new Scots. As a Disability Confident employer, we guarantee an interview to all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria as outlined in the job profile for this position. As proud holders of the UK Armed Forces Covenant Gold Award, the Council is also committed to supporting members of the armed forces community, including service leavers, veterans, reservists and their families.
As an employee of South Lanarkshire Council, you would also receive a wide range of benefits including:
- Enrolment in award winning local government pension scheme
- Up to 33 days annual leave
- Public holiday entitlement (up to 10 days)
- Occupational sick pay
- Family friendly policies - flexible working and leave, maternity/paternity leave enhanced leave.
- Employee Discounts – including discounts at the cinema.
- Range of benefits to support you (Cycle to Work Scheme, Physiotherapy, Employee Assistance Program which offers practical and emotional support)
COMM ENT 5408 G1 - Grounds Operative (HGV Driver) Hamilton - 5408-478212498 in Blantyre employer: South Lanarkshire
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