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Job Title: Grounds Maintenance Operative
Location: Abergavenney - NP7 9AQ
Salary: £12.21 per hour
Our client is recruiting a number of grounds maintenance operatives for the summer season.
Job Purpose:
To carry out a wide range of grounds maintenance and environmental services across open spaces, cemeteries, schools, and other designated areas. This role involves working both independently and as part of a team to ensure outdoor environments are clean, safe, and well-maintained for public use.
Key Responsibilities:
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Carry out grass cutting operations using handheld and ride-on equipment across parks, schools, cemeteries, and public spaces.
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Assist with grave digging and related cemetery duties (subject to appropriate training and certification).
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Maintain horticultural features including shrub beds and annual bedding areas.
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Mark out and maintain sports pitches and other recreational facilities.
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Undertake landscaping and planting activities in open spaces.
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Perform arboriculture-related tasks as required.
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Empty litter bins and carry out litter picking duties on verges, hard surfaces, and open spaces (both scheduled and reactive).
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Respond to fly-tipping reports, following correct procedures for evidence collection and reporting.
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Carry out daily vehicle checks and ensure vehicles are kept clean and roadworthy.
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Operate and maintain machinery and tools in line with manufacturer’s instructions and safety guidelines.
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Support other council services where appropriate and as required, within the scope of the role.
Person Specification:
Essential:
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Experience or willingness to work in grounds maintenance or a similar outdoor role
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Ability to operate machinery safely (training will be provided if necessary)
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Basic understanding of Health and Safety requirements
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Good physical fitness and ability to work in various weather conditions
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Team player with a positive attitude
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Willingness to undertake training as required
Desirable:
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Previous experience in grave digging, horticulture, or arboriculture
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Experience in using ride-on mowers or other grounds maintenance equipment
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Full UK driving licence
Additional Information:
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This role may include weekend or out-of-hours work as part of a rota or in response to urgent requests.
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Uniform and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) will be provided
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