Parks Operative

Job location: Belfast

Salary: £10.41-£15.62 per hour

Hours: 37

Worktime: 7.00am - 6:30pm

Closing date: 29/03/2022

Employer: Bluestones Staffing

Business: Recruitment

Address: Unit 4 Mallusk Drive

Newtownabbey

Postcode: BT36 4GN

Telephone: 02895 219313

Email: christina.wroot@bluestones-staffing.co.uk

Website: www.bluestones-staffing.co.uk

Job Duties: Main duties include:Driving, use of equipment and associatedGardening and horticulturalTo be responsible to the Community Parks Manager or other appropriate officer to drive and be responsible for the operation and maintenance of the allocated vehicle including, but not restricted to, van / trailer / tractor / ride on mower.To maintain the orderly condition of all locations, that is, sweeping, hoeing, raking, mowing, edging, grass cutting, hedge cutting and pruning and the removal of litter, rubbish and hazardous materials and to carry out other cultural operations, for example, the planting of trees, shrubs and plants. To assist, as required, with the inspection of playgrounds, play equipment and parks furniture and to undertake litter collection duties associated with these facilities to ensure they are maintained to set quality and safety standards.

Qualifications / Experience: Qualifications and experienceApplicants must, as at the closing date for receipt of application forms:Possess a full, current C1+E driving licence which enables them to drive vehicles, including vehicle and plant trailer, in Northern Ireland;Possess a full, current Driver Certificate of Professional Competence (CPC); and be able to demonstrate on the application form, by providing personal and specific examples, at least one years relevant experience in each of the following areas:Undertaking gardening and horticulture dutiesUsing powered hand tools and equipmentDealing with members of the public in a face-to-face environmentSpecial skills and attributes:Communication skillsHealth and safety knowledgeTechnical knowledge and skillsCustomer care skillsInitiative and team working skills

Application Method: Please contact Tina or Kamila on 028 95 219 313 or email your CV on christina.wroot@bluestones-staffing.co.uk