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Biodiversity Operative and Tree Support
2 months ago
Working Hours: 35 Hours per week
Contract Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Closing Date: 15 May 2024
This role is subject to -
Qualification -New entries to this role would need to hold the following higher-level qualifications or be willing to work towards achieving them
NVQ Amenity Horticulture/RHS Level 2 Horticulture
NPTC PA1, PA6 Pesticide Training or equivalent
NPTC Level 2 in Safe use of Manually-fed wood chipper or equivalent
NPTC Level 2 Chainsaw maintenance and Crosscutting or equivalent
LANTRA Powered pole pruner training
Driving Licence – The successful candidate should hold a full clean driving licence as you will be required to drive a vehicle adhering to council regulations.
As a city we are incredibly proud of our urban green spaces, these range from large parks to road verges with each playing an important role in providing leisure opportunities for our local communities, supporting a wide array of wildlife, and acting to capture carbon, reduce pollution and slow the effects of climate change.
The Biodiversity Team operatives play an essential role in the daily upkeep of our green spaces, including but not limited to Tree and hedge planting, watering and maintenance and wildflower meadow management.
Manchester is home to over 150 active volunteer groups working tirelessly to improve the spaces around them through the Royal Horticultural Society’s North West in Bloom scheme with local, regional and national recognition. As a member of the Neighbourhoods directorate, you will assist in supporting such groups.
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