About The Service
Cardiff is one of the greenest cities in the United Kingdom, and our extensive network of parks and green spaces for which our residents have a close affinity with shape it’s character, providing an expression of our capital city.
The Council recognises the contribution that these spaces make to the environmental, economic, and social well-being of the city, the important role they play in response to the climate, physical activity and health agendas and is committed to an ambitious programme of investment and sustainable development.
Provision includes 395 individual parks and green spaces, 17 of which hold Green Flag status, 47 woodland sites, 28 statutory allotments sites, 171 play facilities and 151 sports pitches / playing surfaces and our unique Riding Stables.
About the job
You must possess a qualification in Amenity Horticulture/Sports Grounds Maintenance or be able to demonstrate/evidence significant experience in Amenity Horticulture/Sports Grounds Maintenance
You must demonstrate your ability to actively deliver amenity horticulture and sports ground related operations across all City-wide locations.
What We Are Looking For From You
Good interpersonal skills and ability to communicate effectively is essential. You must be able to demonstrate a thorough understanding and working knowledge of all plant and machinery related tasks. In addition, you must possess the ability to deliver effective grounds maintenance across many disciplines.
The successful candidate will need to demonstrate the ability to work as part of a team showing willingness to assist and support the others together with a commitment to meeting the objectives of the service.
Additional information
This vacancy is suitable for post share.
We welcome applications in both English and Welsh. Applications received in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than English applications.
A full current manual Driving Licence is an essential requirement for this role.
For an informal discussion please contact Parks supervisor John Court on john.court@cardiff.gov.uk
Please note the Council does not accept CV’s. When completing the supporting information section of your application, please ensure you refer to the below located on our website:
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