About the role
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a person to join our team at North Northamptonshire Council . If you love working outdoors and are willing to learn a range of skills, this could be an excellent opportunity for you, apply now and become a valued member of the Grounds Arboriculture Services Team assisting in the management of the day-to-day operational issues
The successful applicants MUST HAVE A FULL UK Driving Licence and be able to drive a company van to and from different locations within NNC. Applicants must also have previous experience in all aspects of Arb works, possess NPTC competencies CS30,31,32,36,38,39,40,41, the ability to work at height and operate machinery safely.
The role is currently based out of the Kettering depot however the role may be deployed across the area of operations in Kettering, Wellingborough or Corby and the successful applicant may need to work out of any of these areas as a primary base
What will you be doing?
Duties will include
Utilising Arboriculture care equipment to perform tree care and maintenance across the Councils tree stock and other associated tasks within the expected remit of grounds maintenance provision
To carry out all routine inspections of equipment prior to use and to ensure that equipment is clean, adequately greased, levels are topped up and maintained, stored and returned as directed
To adhere to the requirements of the Fleet division carrying out all operational inspections to vehicles as directed.
To identify works required and produce adequate work plans to ensure the safe/compliant delivery of arboriculture tasks, organising colleagues, directing tasks, monitoring and reporting on performance. To ensure policies and procedures are always adhered to whilst performing any tasks across the Council’s estate.
To lead on the operational delivery of the planting of trees in line with associated plans as directed. Ensuring that tree planting is carried out in accordance with prescribed methods and practices.
Conduct return to work, informal absence reviews and performance improvement planning where directed to ensure the day-to-day operational effectiveness of the Grounds Services functions are efficient and delivered in accordance with all Council policies and procedures. To develop and implement training plans for direct reports.
To supervise the delivery of the Council’s arboriculture functions.
About you
Candidates will require previous Arb experience and have extensive knowledge of arboriculture maintenance application in either the commercial or public sector
Extensive practical application in the principals of arboriculture equipment use
The ability to converse at ease with members of the public and provide advice in accurate spoken and written English is essential for the post.
Level 2 qualification in arboriculture
Capacity to undertake physical aspects of the role including manual handling, walking long distances, using pedestrian equipment and working in all weather conditions.
Ability to work as part of a team to deliver objectives and standards across Council assets.
· You should have an interest in grounds maintenance or a willingness to learn new things
· You should be willing to try your hand at other jobs within the service, as some flexibility would be desirable
FULL UK DRIVING LICENCE REQUIRED
Our benefits
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Why choose us?
We offer a vibrant working environment with:
- a competitive salary
- a pension scheme, where we pay a significant contribution on top of your contribution. It provides life cover and ill-health protection.
- lots of opportunities to develop your skills, knowledge and potential in a large unitary council
- generous leave entitlement (28 days, rising to 33 days) and bank holidays, plus the option to buy up to an extra 10 days
- hybrid and flexible working arrangements, where practicable for service needs to help you with a healthy work-life balance.
We provide a range of great benefits such as an Employee Assistance Programme, an Employee Benefits Scheme, wellbeing support, travel rates at HMRC rates, as well as supporting a range of active Employee Network Groups.
About us
Our Values and Behaviours
Our values define who we are and how we operate, by forming the foundation for how we interact with our customers, colleagues and provide our services. They are also at the forefront of our decision making and delivery and are:
Customer-focused
Respectful
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Supportive
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Our key commitments help ensure that the priorities we make, now and in the future, maintain the necessary breadth of focus in those areas that we believe matter most.
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We are proud to be a recognised Disability Confident Employer and is committed to providing an inclusive recruitment process and will offer an interview to disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the role.
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