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We are seeking a Grounds maintenance Operative to enhance the quality and effectiveness of our Council’s  Bereavement Services.

What will be expected from me?

To work as part of a team in the Council’s Bereavement Service with particular duties relating to the Cemeteries Team; and maintaining the grounds, preparing graves whilst working in a manner which maintains an atmosphere of reverence and respect.

What I might be doing?

• A full range of grounds maintenance work including grass cutting, re-instatement works to worn or damaged areas of grass, shrub bed maintenance, planting, hedge cutting, weed spraying, sweeping of paths, litter picking, emptying of litter bins and removal of old floral tributes etc. Carry out minor repairs to the cemetery infrastructure i.e. paths, walls etc. Operate pedestrian mowers, strimmer’s, hand-held hedge cutters, backpack blowers and similar items including hand tools. Operate a range of powered grounds maintenance machinery and plant including backpack blowers, pedestrian operated mowers, strimmer’s, handheld hedge cutters and similar items
• Drive the council’s fleet vehicle in accordance with road traffic regulations and codes and follow the Council’s policies and procedures in relation to the use of Council vehicles.
• Assist Burial teams with burials when required.
• The post holder will be required to work outdoors in all weather conditions.

Essential requirements:

• Driving licence categories C1+E
• Horticulture qualifications or experience
• NPORS/LANTRA qualification plant machinery or equivalent Mechanical Excavator accreditation (Desirable)
• Appropriate training / qualifications in managing safety (Desirable)
• Appropriate qualification in grave digging (Desirable)

 What can I expect?

• This is a full-Time post of 37 hours per week.
• Support and ongoing training.
• Discounted and subsidised public transport (Arriva Bus Annual Travel Ticket, Northern Trains Limited (NTL), MetroCard)
• The Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)
• Great range of benefits including discounted membership to our excellent leisure facilities with free 12 weeks exercise program with a dedicated personal trainer, discounts for a range of retail, entertainment, health and leisure providers, cycle to work scheme and many more.

For further enquiries please contact Tony Bowler, Bereavement Operations Officer on 01924 307466 or for further information and guidance, or to apply online please visit:www.wakefield.gov.uk 

Want to Know More?

If you would like to know more about the role, the recruitment process or working for Wakefield Council feel free to contact Antony Bowler.

Tel: 01924 307446

E-mail: abowler@wakefield.gov.uk

Company: Wakefield Council

Salary: £26,403.00 - £28,142.00, Grade 5, 37 hours, Permanent

Location: Wakefield, West Yorkshire

Sector: Corporate Services

Sector: Administration

Sector: Communications

Job Role: Operative