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Parks Infrastructure Maintenance Operative -
Location : Kingston Upon Thames
Permanent, Full Time, 40 hours per week, 16.25 per hour
Are you a leader? Are you reliable and conscientious? Are you able to work on your own initiative?
If you identify with the above, this role was made for you!
Our Client , a winner of BALI Employer of the Year, has a great new opportunity for a Parks Infrastructure Team Leader to join their team in Kingston Upon Thames. They maintain the parks and open spaces and social housing estates in the Royal Borough of Kingston-upon-Thames.
Most importantly, you will be joining a company that can offer valuable career prospects and believes in investing in its people.
Requirements:
Practical qualifications such as NVQ Level 2 in carpentry, plumbing, etc, and hold at least 2 years of experience in a similar field.
A confident person who can display good people management skills.
Adaptable to different working techniques with a strong work ethic.
Experienced using a wide variety of small engine machinery.
A strong understanding and commitment to health & safety.
A full UK driver's licence is required, the ability to tow is desirable.
RPII Play Inspector qualification is desirable
Reliable and conscientious and able to work on their own initiative.
A Glimpse into the Role awaiting You
Responsible for the day-to-day implementation of reactive and planned maintenance jobs, liaising with different suppliers, obtaining quotations, organising materials, repairing, and maintaining parks infrastructure (e.g., play equipment, paths, benches, fences, park buildings, etc.).
Taking responsibility for the works on site, including timekeeping, productivity arrangements for breaks, dealing with members of the public, visitors to the site and deliveries.
Proactively leading by example, motivating and guiding the team and maintaining workforce discipline.
Operating and ensuring others operate company and hire vehicles, machinery and equipment with care and that daily checks and routine servicing are carried and properly recorded.
This is a hands-on position, and the successful candidate will be required to set time frames and quality expectations and lead by example.
Whats on offer:
Competitive salary 16.25PH
- Van & tools
Incremental annual leave
Access to BenefitHub our employee discount portal - discounts on travel bookings, high street & supermarket shops, gift cards, cinema tickets, days out, leisure activities and help with your day to day spending
Free gym membership for you and a nominated person
Employee health cash plan
Cycle to Work scheme dependent on HMRC guidelines
Pension Scheme
Company sick pay
Career progression
Training and development
Please call or send CV to apply
Please note: Proof of RTW & Qualifications Required before processing application
