Hedge Cutting jobs in Gainsborough

North Hykeham Town Council is looking to recruit an enthusiastic Services Team Operative to work in the Services Team. The role involves carrying out a wide variety of maintenance on buildings and grounds, varying across the day-to-day operations in relation to all sites owned, managed or maintained by the Town Council. The Service Team is responsible for grounds maintenance across parks, playgrounds, allotments, the North Hykeham Cemetery and open spaces that are owned by the Town Council, and is also responsible for the maintenance of all Council owned buildings, including the Civic Offices and the Community Hub.

Working as part of a team, the main responsibilities will be:

· maintain of all of the Council’s open spaces, allotments and cemetery and buildings to a high standard

· operation and maintenance of grass cutting machinery including ride on mowers, rotary and cylinder mowers

· maintenance of all hedges, grassed areas, flower and shrub beds, fences, trees and ditches, which are the responsibility of the Council

· care and maintenance of the cemetery, including marking out graves and ashes plots

· assist with play area inspections and carry our associated maintenance works to ensure public safety

· marking out, preparation and maintenance of football pitches

· assist in the preparations for Council arranged events

Qualifications

Driving Licence

Towing Licence.

PA1 and PA6 spraying licence. Introductory level chainsaw operative qualification.

First Aid

Work Experience

At least one year’s experience in a horticultural or grounds maintenance environment.

Previous experience of operating gardening machinery.

Experience of basic DIY tasks.

Skills and Knowledge

Knowledge of Health & Safety legislation.

Knowledge of sports field lay out/play equipment safety and management.

Awareness of Cemetery Regulations

Personal Qualities

A flexible approach to working such hours as are necessary to meet the demands of the service. Weekend working may be necessary.

A willingness to undertake further training.

An efficient and proactive approach to completing set tasks.

Able to work co-operatively within a team environment as well as alone when required.

Able to maintain a safe work environment at all times.

Able to work under pressure and demonstrate commitment to getting a job done.

A good public facing manner and ability to communication with members of the public in a professional and courteous way.

A respect and understanding of Council policies and procedures.

You will have good communication skills and ideally be experienced in grounds maintenance in a customer focused environment. Having a positive approach to and taking pride in the work you do is essential, and you will be able to demonstrate high standards of behaviour and professionalism in dealing with public, contractors, and staff.

This is a full-time permanent post (37hrs per week), and there may be a requirement to work some weekends or evenings, as appropriate.

Application forms and a job description are available on the Vacancies page of the North Hykeham Town Council website - www.northhykehamtowncouncil.gov.uk. - or by contacting Gill Culverwell, Deputy Clerk, on 01522 681537.

Closing date for applications is 30th May 2025. Interviews will be conducted w/c 9th June 2025.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: £24,790.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company pension
• On-site parking
• Sick pay

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 30/05/2025
Reference ID: ST-TO0125