Open role
Play Area Maintenance / Groundworker
- Aggregated by CV-Library
- DE7, New Stanton, Derbyshire
- Permanent
- Full Time
- £13 - £13 Per Annum
Job Description
Play Area Maintenance / Groundworker
📍 Location: DE7 4RA
💷 Pay Rate: £13.47 per hour
⏰ Hours: 37 hours per week
Working Pattern:
* Monday to Thursday: 07:30 – 16:30
* Friday: 07:30 – 12:30
🦺 PPE Provided
Join Our Local Authority Team
We are seeking an experienced and motivated Play Area Maintenance / Groundworker to join a well-established Local Authority service based in DE7 4RA.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a practical background in grounds maintenance, construction, play area installation or highways work to make a real difference within local communities. You'll play a key role in ensuring playgrounds, outdoor spaces and public facilities remain safe, attractive and fit for use.
Key Responsibilities
* Inspect, repair and maintain children's play areas and play equipment.
* Install new play equipment and associated safety surfacing.
* Carry out repairs to existing playground structures and assets.
* Install and maintain street furniture including benches, bins, bollards and signage.
* Undertake general groundworks and construction-related activities.
* Mix, lay and finish concrete and tarmac to a high standard.
* Use a variety of hand tools, power tools and maintenance equipment safely and effectively.
* Carry out routine safety inspections and identify defects.
* Ensure all work is completed in accordance with health and safety procedures and industry standards.
* Maintain accurate records of work completed and materials used.
* Work collaboratively as part of a team delivering services to the local community.
Essential Requirements
* Maintenance Experience
* Groundworks or construction experience.
* Experience installing street furniture.
* Experience mixing, laying and finishing concrete and tarmac.
* Street Works qualification (NRSWA) or equivalent
* Experience using hand tools and power tools safely.
* Good understanding of health and safety requirements.
* Ability to carry out physically demanding outdoor work.
* Full UK driving licence.
* Reliable, flexible and able to work effectively as part of a team.
What We're Looking For
You will be a practical, hands-on individual who takes pride in delivering high-quality work. You will have experience working outdoors in all weather conditions and be committed to maintaining safe and welcoming public spaces for local residents.
A proactive attitude, excellent attention to detail and a strong awareness of safety will be essential for success in this role.
What's on Offer?
✅ £13.47 per hour
✅ 37 hours per week
✅ Early finish every Friday
✅ PPE provided
✅ Opportunity to work within a respected Local Authority service
✅ Stable working hours
✅ Valuable role supporting local communities
Apply Today
If you have experience in play area maintenance, groundworks, street furniture installation, concrete and tarmac works, along with the relevant certifications, we'd love to hear from you.
Join a team that helps keep local parks, playgrounds and public spaces safe, attractive and enjoyable for everyone
📍 Location: DE7 4RA
💷 Pay Rate: £13.47 per hour
⏰ Hours: 37 hours per week
Working Pattern:
* Monday to Thursday: 07:30 – 16:30
* Friday: 07:30 – 12:30
🦺 PPE Provided
Join Our Local Authority Team
We are seeking an experienced and motivated Play Area Maintenance / Groundworker to join a well-established Local Authority service based in DE7 4RA.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a practical background in grounds maintenance, construction, play area installation or highways work to make a real difference within local communities. You'll play a key role in ensuring playgrounds, outdoor spaces and public facilities remain safe, attractive and fit for use.
Key Responsibilities
* Inspect, repair and maintain children's play areas and play equipment.
* Install new play equipment and associated safety surfacing.
* Carry out repairs to existing playground structures and assets.
* Install and maintain street furniture including benches, bins, bollards and signage.
* Undertake general groundworks and construction-related activities.
* Mix, lay and finish concrete and tarmac to a high standard.
* Use a variety of hand tools, power tools and maintenance equipment safely and effectively.
* Carry out routine safety inspections and identify defects.
* Ensure all work is completed in accordance with health and safety procedures and industry standards.
* Maintain accurate records of work completed and materials used.
* Work collaboratively as part of a team delivering services to the local community.
Essential Requirements
* Maintenance Experience
* Groundworks or construction experience.
* Experience installing street furniture.
* Experience mixing, laying and finishing concrete and tarmac.
* Street Works qualification (NRSWA) or equivalent
* Experience using hand tools and power tools safely.
* Good understanding of health and safety requirements.
* Ability to carry out physically demanding outdoor work.
* Full UK driving licence.
* Reliable, flexible and able to work effectively as part of a team.
What We're Looking For
You will be a practical, hands-on individual who takes pride in delivering high-quality work. You will have experience working outdoors in all weather conditions and be committed to maintaining safe and welcoming public spaces for local residents.
A proactive attitude, excellent attention to detail and a strong awareness of safety will be essential for success in this role.
What's on Offer?
✅ £13.47 per hour
✅ 37 hours per week
✅ Early finish every Friday
✅ PPE provided
✅ Opportunity to work within a respected Local Authority service
✅ Stable working hours
✅ Valuable role supporting local communities
Apply Today
If you have experience in play area maintenance, groundworks, street furniture installation, concrete and tarmac works, along with the relevant certifications, we'd love to hear from you.
Join a team that helps keep local parks, playgrounds and public spaces safe, attractive and enjoyable for everyone