Grounds Maintenance Operative

Grounds Maintenance Operative

We are looking for an experienced driver for the Grounds Maintenance Operative in Walsall. Temp Contract until end September.

Salary: £13.69 per hour
Hours: 37 hours over 4 days, starting at 6:30 am
 

Valid UK Driving Licence is required for this role.

Responsibilities

• Grounds maintenance, horticulture and parks services
• Vegetation control (PA1/PA6) – herbicide treatment – If qualified
• Graffiti removal
• Floral displays and planters
• Sports facility and fine turf maintenance
• Play area inspections, reporting, and maintenance
• Litter picking, manual sweeping, hoeing, removal of silt & detritus, weeds
• Driving vehicles/plant up to 3.5 tonnes (category Maximum BE)
• Operating mechanical hoist/tail lift equipment/use of hand held equipment (e.g., strimmers, hedge cutters)
• Assisting drivers in accordance with route risk assessments and safe vehicle operations
• Willing to work outdoors in all weather conditions.

Qualifications Required:

• Full driving licence – CATEGORY Maximum BE/Minimum B

• No more than 3 points on your licence.
• 6 months to 1 year minimum driving experience required