Full job descriptionAre you a highly motivated and organized individual looking for a rewarding role in the Public Realm? We’re searching for a skilled Public Realm Operative to join the Green Spaces & Sustainability team at Bridgend County Borough Council.
Job Title: Public Realm Operative
Job Type: Full-Time (37 Hours)
Pay rate: £13.47/hr
Location: Bridgend (Bridgend County Borough Council)
Shifts: Monday - Friday (37 Hours per week)
Duration: Initially 5 months
Who are you?
*An experienced professional with a background in horticulture, grounds maintenance, street cleansing, or other Public Realm Improvement activities.
*A highly organized individual who can work on their own initiative and with minimum supervision.
*Detail-oriented with a clear understanding of health and safety practices in respect of Public Realm services.
*An excellent communicator who can liaise with the public, partners, stakeholders, and other staff in a positive way.
*Experienced in using hand tools, light power tools, plant, and equipment needed for Public Realm tasks.
*Essential: Qualified to City and Guilds Phase 2 in a related horticultural/grounds maintenance discipline or equivalent, or an ability to demonstrate competence through experience.
*Essential: Hold a valid clean UK driving licence.
*Essential: Appropriate certification in NPTC pesticide application, Traffic management certification (to facilitate Chapter 8 installation), and Chainsaw operation, or a willingness to undertake the necessary training to obtain these once in post.
What will you be doing?
*Carrying out a range of tasks within the Public Realm Improvement Programme, including graffiti removal, vegetation management, horticulture, and gardening.
*Being responsible for the safekeeping and proper operation of hand tools, power tools, and equipment, and reporting any damage or defects.
*Monitoring contractors engaged by the Service to undertake specialist work when required.
*Ensuring all appropriate health and safety measures and precautions are taken in accordance with risk assessments and safe systems of work.
*Applying pesticides as required and supporting environmental or community initiatives by the Council or its partners.
*Working outside normal hours and weekends when necessary to satisfy the needs of the service.
What do we offer you?
*A secure and impactful 5-month agreement within the public sector.
*A collaborative and supportive environment within the Green Spaces & Sustainability team.
*The opportunity to work for an organization dedicated to maintaining high standards across the Public Realm.


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