Full job descriptionGeneral Driver / Grounds Maintenance Worker
*Pay Rate: £13.69 per hour PAYE
*Location: Rochdale Council, Heywood, OL10 2DY
*Job Type: Full-time, Temporary (3 - 4 months)
Rochdale Council are looking for a General Driver / Grounds Maintenance Worker for a temporary position based at Green Lane (Environmental Management). This role is perfect for individuals who are physically fit, reliable, and have a passion for horticulture. The position involves a variety of grounds maintenance tasks as well as driving duties within the borough.
Day-to-day of the role:
*Carry out general gardening and grounds maintenance tasks including grass cutting using various types of mowers.
*Perform strimming, hedge trimming, shrub maintenance, and edging in council green spaces.
*Remove weeds and conduct general street cleansing.
*Litter picking and emptying litter bins as required.
*Drive council vehicles to various locations for maintenance tasks.
*Participate in a driving assessment to confirm capability of handling large council vehicles.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
*Physical fitness and ability to perform labor-intensive tasks.
*Ability to work independently or as part of a team.
*Flexibility to work in different parts of the borough and to work overtime as needed.
*Full UK driving licence with the ability to drive manual vehicles is essential.
*Desirable: Qualification in Horticulture (NVQ, City & Guilds or equivalent).
*Desirable: Pesticides Application Certificate PA1 & PA6.
*Experience in a grounds maintenance environment is preferred.
Benefits:
To apply for this General Driver / Grounds Maintenance Worker position, please send your cv to