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Horticulture Operatives - required for seasonal appointments summer 2025

Job Summary
Contract Type:
Fixed Term
Working Pattern:
Full time
Advert Start Date:
14/01/2025
Advert End Date:
Closed for applications on 07/02/2025 23:59
Salary:
Band 5 £24,790 to Band 6 £25,183 pa (depending on experience)
Hours per week:
37
Job Category:
Environmental Services / Waste / Recycling/ Parks
Vacancy ID:
274878
Employment Location:
Depot
Post Number:
107353
Number of posts:
6
Closing date:
7 Feb
Further Information
Hartlepool is a vibrant and energetic town with growing prospects. As an authority we want to make Hartlepool the best it possibly can be and want dedicated, driven and committed staff to help us achieve that.

The department is seeking to appoint a mix of non-driving operatives and basic driving licence holders for seasonal fixed term contracts of between 3 and 6 months duration.
 
We are seeking motivated and hardworking people to provide additional provision of environment / horticulture services over the summer period, ideally candidates will have experience of carrying out grounds maintenance activities within cemeteries, parks, recreation grounds, street areas and other contract sites.
 
Pedestrian grass cutters and experienced ride-on-mower operatives particularly needed.
 
NOTE: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Appointment will be subject to confirmation of relevant qualifications and a declaration of medical fitness.
 
If you need help to complete the application form, then support is available from the Council's Jobs & Skills Service. You can contact the team by phoning 01429 868616 or emailing  careers.service@hartlepool.gov.uk

Further information on training to upskill and boost your CV is also available online at www.hartlepooljobsandskills.com.
 
PLEASE NOTE - All communication regarding your application for this post will be sent to the e-mail address that you have registered.  Please ensure that you also check your junk mail.

For further information please contact Len Young, Horticulture Operations Officer on 01429 523012.

Closing date: Friday 7th February 2025, midnight

 
Please note
This job is closed for applications.