Grounds Maintenance Operative

Job Title: Grounds Maintenance OfficerLocation: FerndownContract Type:Temporary (Paternity cover- likely to be approximately 1 month, with potential to extend)Salary: 13.26 per hourHours: 37 per weekAbout UsConnect2Dorset provides high-quality temporary staffing for Dorset Council. We are committed to ethical, reliable, and caring service delivery.About the RoleSupporting the Grounds Maintenance Team Leader, you''ll help deliver scheduled grounds and landscape maintenance work across the area, ensuring high standards and excellent customer service.Key ResponsibilitiesCarry out grounds maintenance and landscaping tasks.Operate tools, vehicles, and powered equipment safely.Maintain health and safety standards, including PPE and risk assessments.Respond to public queries and represent the Council professionally.Work outdoors in all weather and handle physical tasks.Essential Skills and RequirementsExperience in grounds maintenance or similar outdoor work.Competent with tools and machinery.Awareness of health and safety practices.Team player with good communication skills.Willing to work in varying conditions and on unplanned tasksConnect2Dorset is a trading style of Dorset and Kent Commercial Services LLP - A joint venture between Dorset Council and Commercial Services Kent Ltd. Connect2Dorset is an equal opportunities Employment Agency and Business. It positively encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates. ..... full job details .....