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The Public Realm Team are responsible for the day-to-day management of the district councils’ countryside sites and open spaces. These include informal recreational sites, local nature reserves, parks and smaller picnic areas. This role is based at our Sudbury depot and plays a vital part in maintaining the cleanliness, tidiness and overall appeal of the joint district and its public open spaces. You will be responsible for delivering a variety of grounds maintenance services, which are practical and physically demanding. These services will be carried out across council-owned parks, play areas, open spaces, and communal areas, and will involve the use of specialised vehicles, machinery, and equipment.
Job Responsibility:
delivering a variety of grounds maintenance services
litter picking, clearing fly-tipped waste, and other general cleansing tasks
maintaining the cleanliness, tidiness and overall appeal of the joint district and its public open spaces
Requirements:
experience in grounds maintenance and proficiency in a range of related tasks, or transferable skills that suit the role
ability to operate grounds maintenance equipment safely and effectively
strong communication skills, with the ability to engage positively with the public, colleagues, and supervisors, and a commitment to good customer care
a proactive and flexible approach, including a willingness to undertake cleansing tasks to meet operational and seasonal service demands
awareness of Health and Safety legislation, practices, and personal responsibility
basic computer literacy, including the ability to use email and mobile devices
ability to maintain accurate records of work completed
a full driving licence and the appropriate qualification to tow a trailer
What we offer:
generous leave entitlement (26 days a year, rising to 31 days after 5 years)
competitive Local Government Pension Scheme
wellbeing Support and Employee Assistance Programs
private Health Care Options
electric Vehicle Salary Sacrifice Scheme
paid volunteering days
flexible and hybrid working arrangements (Business needs permitting)