Neighbourhood Services Apprentice

To undertake a wide range of ground and building maintenance tasks utilising craft skills including for example, soil cultivation, digging, forking, mulching, watering, raking, weeding, edging, pruning, bed preparation and planting. Undertake maintenance of sports pitches and play areas as directed. Collect litter and empty litter bins. Seasonal maintenance internal and external including the planting of seasonal bedding schemes. Carry out arboricultural work including felling, pruning, shredding, and chipping. Use and undertake basic maintenance of hand tools, equipment, vehicles and plant including mowers, ride-on mowers, strimmers, leaf blowers and tractors. Assist with the preparation and digging out of grave sites and maintenance of cemetery grounds. Undertake duties in all weather conditions. To ensure that plant, machinery, and equipment is properly used and cared for and that basic maintenance checks are carried out. Report all faults and defects to the responsible person as soon as possible. Ensure that personal protective clothing and equipment is used, at all times. To ensure that all accidents, incidents, and vandalism details are reported to supervisory staff as soon as possible. To participate in training initiatives and CPD courses as requested. To undertake any duties commensurate with the role as reasonably requested by Managers or Team Leaders within the Neighbourhood Services Department.

Training:

Training will take place 4 x days a week at the workplace, with 1 x day release at Houghall Campus every other week.

Training Outcome:

Potential full-time employment, upon successful completion of apprenticeship.

Employer Description:

Greetings from the heart of East Durham! At Peterlee Town Council, we take pride in serving the vibrant community of Peterlee, a town designed for living, rich in green spaces, and steeped in history. Our team, comprising 22 dedicated elected Councillors and over 50 passionate staff members, is committed to fostering community well-being, enhancing our beautiful landscapes, and ensuring the efficient governance of our town.

Working Hours :
Monday - Thursday, 07.30 - 15.30. Friday, 07.30 - 15.00. 30 minutes lunch break.

Skills:
Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Logical,Team working,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience,Physical fitness