About the job
Join our dedicated team as a Parks Operative with Kennedy Employment Solutions, working closely with our Public Sector Client in Belfast. This is a full-time, temporary role with working hours from 7:30 AM to 4:30 PM, offering a competitive hourly rate of £10.14.
The successful candidate will report to the Community Parks Manager or a designated officer, taking charge of the operation and maintenance of assigned vehicles, including vans, trailers, tractors, and ride-on mowers. Responsibilities include ensuring the cleanliness and orderliness of various park locations through tasks such as sweeping, hoeing, raking, mowing, edging, grass cutting, hedge cutting, and pruning. Additionally, you will be responsible for the removal of litter, hazardous materials, and conducting cultural operations like planting trees, shrubs, and plants. The role also entails assisting with playground inspections, play equipment, and collecting litter to uphold safety and quality standards.
Main Duties Include:
- Operate and maintain allocated vehicles and trailers.
- Perform basic maintenance on vehicles and equipment, ensuring cleanliness.
- Load and unload equipment such as mowers, barrows, and horticultural tools.
- Utilize technology and equipment for efficient task management.
- Maintain facilities including cleaning and moving equipment.
- Manage fine turf areas like bowling greens and cricket squares, maintaining necessary stock levels.
- Assist in organizing and running events, gathering attendance information as needed.
- Provide relevant information to the Community Park Manager for reports and public liability claims.
- Support on-the-job training for apprentices and work placements.
- Perform any other duties as required.
Essential Criteria:
- Must possess a full, current C1+E driving licence valid for driving vehicles and plant trailers in Northern Ireland.

