Open Spaces Operative

The Green Spaces Operative Specialist Vehicle Driver will support the maintenance and enhancement of parks open spaces highways and landscaped environments across Conwy. The role is responsible for safely operating tractors and specialist vehicles carrying out grounds maintenance activities and helping to ensure public green spaces are maintained to a high standard.

Working as part of the grounds maintenance team the postholder will contribute to delivering safe attractive and well-maintained outdoor environments for residents and visitors.

• Safely operate tractors and specialist vehicles in support of grounds maintenance operations.
  
• Use tractor-mounted equipment and associated implements including flails gangs harrows and winches.
  
• Carry out cyclical highway verge cutting and other seasonal maintenance activities.
  
• Maintain parks open spaces landscaped areas and public environments to high presentation standards.
  
• Conduct routine inspections and basic maintenance checks on vehicles machinery and equipment.
  
• Ensure all work is completed in accordance with health and safety procedures and safe working practices.
  
• Support wider grounds maintenance and environmental operations as required.
  
• Work collaboratively with colleagues to deliver efficient and effective services across the borough.
  
• Respond flexibly to operational requirements seasonal demands and weather conditions.
  
• Report defects hazards equipment issues and maintenance requirements promptly.
  
• Promote a positive image of the service through professional conduct and high-quality workmanship.
  

• Experience operating tractors and specialist grounds maintenance vehicles.
  
• Experience using tractor-mounted implements such as flails gangs harrows and winches.
  
• Full UK driving licence is essential.
  
• Relevant licences or certifications relating to tractor and specialist vehicle operation are desirable.
  
• Strong understanding of health and safety procedures relating to grounds maintenance operations.
  
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
  
• Practical and hands-on approach with good problem-solving skills.
  
• Reliable motivated and able to work effectively as part of a team.
  
• Good communication and organisational skills.
  
• Ability to undertake physically demanding work safely and effectively.
  
• Previous experience within grounds maintenance highways landscaping or environmental services is desirable.
  

• Hours per week: Full-time hours as required by the service
  
• Payment frequency: Bi-weekly
  
• Location: Llandudno Conwy
  
• Working arrangement: Field-based/on-site working across parks highways and green spaces