
Tilbury
Job description
Job Title: Parks and Garden Operative
Location: Thurrock, Essex
Hours: 07:30 – 16:00
About the Role
Do you have a passion for the great outdoors and a keen eye for detail? Are you someone who thrives on maintaining beautiful landscapes and ensuring that local areas remain pristine and inviting? If so, Aligra is seeking a dedicated Parks and Garden Operative on behalf of our client in Thurrock, Essex. This exciting opportunity allows you to utilise your skills in horticulture while contributing to the beauty and maintenance of public spaces.
Key Responsibilities
Landscape Maintenance:
Grass Cutting: Utilise ride-on and pedestrian mowers to ensure all grassed areas are kept to the highest standard. Your precision in cutting ensures the area’s aesthetic appeal.
Hedge Trimming: Expertly trim and shape hedges to maintain tidy and well-manicured boundaries throughout parks and outdoor areas.
Equipment Operation:
- Chainsaw Use: Safely operate a chainsaw for tree maintenance and removal. Certified proficiency in chainsaw handling is essential for maintaining safety standards.
- Wood Chipper Operation: Use a wood chipper to effectively manage and recycle organic waste, contributing to sustainability efforts within the community.
General Duties:
- Routine Inspections: Conduct regular inspections of all areas to identify potential hazards or areas
- requiring maintenance. Ensure safety for all park visitors by addressing any issues promptly.
- Collaborative Efforts: Work closely with team members to ensure all areas are maintained to the highest standards. Share insights and support ongoing projects to enhance team success.
Clean-Up Operations: Implement ‘clean as you go’ practices, ensuring that all work areas are left clean and safe at the end of each day.
Requirements
- Full UK Driving Licence: Essential for operating company vehicles and accessing various sites throughout the day.
- Certification: Must be certified to use a chainsaw and wood chipper—ensuring safety and compliance with industry standards.
- Experience: Previous experience in a similar role is beneficial, demonstrating your ability to maintain parks and gardens effectively.
Skills and Qualities
- Attention to Detail: A meticulous approach to work ensures that all tasks are completed to the highest standard.
- Team Player: Collaborate effectively with colleagues, displaying a positive attitude and readiness to assist where needed.
- Effective Planning: Strong organisational skills enable efficient work under pressure and within tight deadlines.
- Health and Safety Awareness: Demonstrate a commitment to maintaining a safe working environment, adhering to all health and safety guidelines.
Why Join Us?
Working with Aligra, you’ll be part of a company that values quality, safety, and efficiency. We take pride in matching the right candidates to the right roles, ensuring job satisfaction and career progression.
Join us and contribute to enhancing the beauty and safety of public spaces in Thurrock, Essex.
Contact Information
For more information or to apply, please contact the Tilbury branch on 01375 503403.
Aligra have been established since 2007 and have since implemented supply partnerships with a number of the UK’s leading logistics companies. Whilst we work across all industries, we specialise in recruitment and talent management for the Automotive and Engineering, Driving and Industrial, Hospitality, and Professional and Executive sectors.