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We are recruiting a mobile operative to join our busy Honiton team. The role will involve maintaining our outstanding environment predominantly through general Grounds Maintenance, grass cutting, strimming. You will be working in our parks, sports pitches, and open spaces. Additionally, and may be asked to undertake street cleansing (litter picking / emptying bins), maintaining and stocking public lavatories, general public realm maintenance, and other duties assigned by the area team leader.
About you
You will need to be able to work diligently with minimal supervision, including some weekends and on public holidays. You must have practical experience in a Grounds Maintenance role, and you’ll need to be able to work seasonal hours (*41.5 hours in summer, 32.5 hours in winter – average of 37 hours per week). A valid driver’s licence is essential, and a category C1 C1E or C driving licence (or B licence issued prior to Jan 1997) would be a distinct advantage.
About us
In return, you will be part of a Gold Investors in People (IiP) organisation which works together with local people to create great value services and an outstanding community, economy and environment in which people want to live, work, visit and enjoy now, and for future generations. And with our wide range of health and wellbeing benefits as well as our commitment to continuous learning and development, you can be confident of joining a dedicated community of colleagues who are Happy, Healthy and Here.
If you enjoy working outdoors and share our passion for keeping East Devon clean and green, we would love to hear from you.
For more about working for East Devon District Council, visit https://eastdevon.gov.uk/careers/working-at-east-devon-district-council/
For an informal discussion, please contact Barry Maher, StreetScene Area Officer on 07734 568856 or email bmaher@eastdevon.gov.uk
Closing date: 26 March 2024 at midnight.
Interviews will be held during week commencing 8 April 2024.
To apply, please click “Apply Now”.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: £24,294.00-£26,873.00 per year
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
