Grounds Maintenance Operative in Walsall
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Job Description
Grounds Maintenance Operative
Opus People Solutions are looking for an experienced driver for the Grounds Maintenance Operative role available within Walsall Council.
You will be required to start your day at the Depot in Brownhills starting at 6.15am, then work out in the community.
Salary: £13.69 per hour (temporary role)
Hours: 37 hours over 4 days, starting at 6:30 am, arrival time is 6.15am. You will receive your shifts for the week on Friday's.
Location: Brownhills, Clean & Green Environmental Depot, WS8 7EN.
Duration: End of September and then potential to be booked in when required or work on Waste Collection Operative role.
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Valid UK Driving Licence is required for this role, applicants with more than 3 points on their licence cannot be considered.
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Responsibilities (not limited to):
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Grounds maintenance, horticulture and parks services
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Vegetation control (PA1/PA6) - herbicide treatment - If qualified
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Graffiti removal
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Floral displays and planters
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Sports facility and fine turf maintenance
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Play area inspections, reporting, and maintenance
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Litter picking, manual sweeping, hoeing, removal of silt & detritus, weeds
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Driving vehicles/plant up to 3.5 tonnes (category Maximum BE)
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Operating mechanical hoist/tail lift equipment/use of hand held equipment (e.g., strimmers, hedge cutters)
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Assisting drivers in accordance with route risk assessments and safe vehicle operations
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Willing to work outdoors in all weather conditions.
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Qualifications Required:
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Full driving licence - CATEGORY Maximum BE/Minimum B
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No more than 3 points on your licence.
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6 months to 1 year minimum driving experience required
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Additional Information:
The post is covered by the Government's Code of Practice on the English Fluency Duty for public sector workers.
The ability to communicate verbally with customers in accurate spoken English is essential.
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Apply now!
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- Location:
- Walsall
- Job Type:
- FullTime
