7.5T Driver - Sweeper/Driver Labourer - Belfast - £11.39Ph

May lead to full time work
Main purpose of job
To 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.
Essential criteria
Driving licence and experience
Applicants must, as at the closing date for receipt of application forms:
(a) possess a full, current Category C1 driving licence which enables them to drive in Northern Ireland;
(b) have a valid Driver Qualification Card (Driver Certificate of Professional Competence (CPC); and

• be able to demonstrate on the application form, by providing personal and specific examples, at least one year's relevant experience in each of the following areas:

(c) driving in a commercial environment;
(d) cleaning an outdoor area, making sure tools and equipment are safely used in accordance with health and safety regulations; and
(e) dealing with members of the public, in person.
Eligible applicants will be required to undertake and pass a driving assessment which enables them to drive large vehicles associated with the Category C1 licence as part of the selection process.
Special skills and attributes
Applicants must be able to demonstrate, by providing personal and specific examples, that they possess the following special skills and attributes which may be tested at interview:
Communication skills: The ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing, with team members and line managers.
Customer care skills: The ability to deal effectively with both internal and external customers to create a good impression and enhance and protect the image of Belfast City Council.
Health and safety: An understanding of basic health and safety responsibilities attached to the post to ensure the safety of other council employees and members of the public.
Equality of opportunity: A personal commitment to the promotion of equal opportunities and good relations and an awareness of the need to create a good impression to enhance and protect the image of the council.
Organisational and work planning skills: The ability to prioritise workload to achieve team objectives.
Team working skills: The ability to work in a team and on own to achieve team objectives.
Shortlisting criterion
In addition to the above driving licence, qualification and experience, Belfast City Council reserves the right to shortlist only those applicants who, as at the closing date for receipt of application forms, are able to demonstrate on the application form, by providing personal and specific examples, at least two years' relevant experience, in the three above noted areas (c) - (e).