Team Leader Parks and Open Spaces
Scale 5 £32,115 – £37,938 per annum
37 hours per week
Permanent
The Parks & Open Spaces Team are looking to recruit to this post within its ambitious team. We are seeking a self-motivated and enthusiastic individual with relevant skills and experience to deliver a wide range of grounds maintenance operations.
Grass, shrub and hedge maintenance is the primary function therefore the successful applicant will need to be experienced and able to demonstrate a good level of knowledge and have experience in the use of a wide range of horticultural machinery including pedestrian, ride on mowers & tractors.
You will have a proven track record in managing teams, include leading and motivating ensuring regulatory compliance, safety standards, customer service excellence and a quality service.
Chainsaw CP30/31 Pesticide PA1/PA6, IOSH or equivalent and a full driving licence with C1E + CPC are essential.
For further details about the job role see Job Description & Person Specification
Benefits of working with us include access to the Local Government Pension Scheme, generous leave entitlement, discounted leisure membership and out of town offices with free car parking. To find out more, click on the link Employee benefits.
To find out more about the role and what it is like to work for us, please contact Pete Williams, Parks & Open Spaces Manager, on 0116 272 7622 for an informal discussion.
Should you have any technical issues when applying, please email human.resources@blaby.gov.uk.
Closing Date: 29/01/2025Interview Date: 11/02/2025
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