Tractor Operative

We have an exciting opportunity for a tractor operative to work on our sports pitches within Guildford's wonderful parks and open spaces

You will need a degree of physical fitness and an aptitude for working outdoors with a desire to learn on the job. An interest and experience in Tractor operations and sports pitch maintenance is essential.

Working 41 hours a week Monday to Friday from March to October and 29 Hours 4 days a week November to February, with the possibility of weekend work and early starts. Overtime shifts may also be available. A licence valid to drive in the UK in order to drive Council vehicles is essential.

In return we offer:

- a competitive salary
- generous annual leave package & Pension scheme
- full training and PPE
- good variety of work

**Job Profile**

**Job purpose**

To undertake tractor work using industrial tractors and machinery in public Parks & Open spaces

**Main duties**

Operate tractors and associated trailed or mounted implements.

Carry outgeneral maintenance of sports grounds, pitch preparation of summer and winter sport pitches, including manual maintenance.

Drive and be responsible for Guildford Borough Council vehicles and plant including towing a trailer.Use the full range of grounds maintenance tools and equipment and powered hand tools.

Check and carry out routine maintenance and minor repairs of machinery, equipment and tools.

Erect and dismantle sports and other equipment.

Ensure the orderly conduct of the general public and facility users within the scope of relevant bylaws and regulations.

Liaise with club and facilities users on the ground if required when undertaking maintenance tasks.

Represent the council in a professional manner at all times, using tact, diplomacy and customer care skills effectively.

Report and record any defects in equipment, property, sports surfaces, which may arise, to the appropriate responsible person.

Complete such documentation as may be necessary, including time sheets, HAV record sheets, accidents reports and damage reports.

Use herbicides, pesticides and fertilisers appropriately ensuring that health and safety regulations are adhered to at all times.

Oversee and direct new staff/trainees in their duties if required.

Carry out general maintenance including hoeing, raking, grass cutting, strimming, edging, hedge trimming, pruning, litter picking, and bin emptying leaf clearance and manage the tools and equipment used.

You may be required to work occasionally on a weekend rota taking time off in lieu during the normal working week.

Any other duties consistent with the requirements of the post or to cover staff absence in similar roles as may be requested by management.

This job description reflects the core activities of the post. As the service and the post-holder develop, there will inevitably be some changes to the duties for which the post is responsible, and possibly to the emphasis of the post itself. We expect that the post-holder will recognise this and will adopt a flexible approach to work. This could include undertaking relevant training where necessary. The line manager will consult the post-holder if significant changes to the job description become necessary. Any changes will be reflected in a revised job description.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

**Salary**: £25,197.00-£27,242.00 per year

**Benefits**:

- Company pension

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Guildford, GU1 1ER: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Work Location: In person

Reference ID: 10615