Opportunities

Are you experienced in grounds, buildings or cemetery management? Do you have experience in all three? Are you a Health and Safety professional? Are you looking for a role within the local community? Then this could be the role for you.

With the present post holder retiring the Town Council is seeking to appoint a forward thinking and proactive Operations Manager who is experienced in grounds and building management. You will be required to oversee the maintenance of all Council outdoor sites and Council
managed buildings. You will have a sound knowledge of health & safety compliance and ideally hold a relevant qualification at level 3 or above. As line manager to the Grounds Maintenance Team, you will possess good leadership, communication and organisational skills and be able to identify training needs.

You will be required to travel between Council sites and will be required to attend evening meetings and occasionally be available at weekends. You will normally be expected to attend the Property and Services Committee meetings.

Post Title: Operations Manager

Grade: SCP 29-32 £37,336 – £40,221 per annum

Responsible To: Town Clerk & RFO

Responsible For: Ground Maintenance Team Leader, x4 Grounds Maintenance Operatives, Allotment Officer, Caretaker and Cleaner

Contracted Hours: 37 hours per week – subject to flexible working time arrangements.

Contract Type: Full Time – Permanent

Leave Entitlement: 23 days pro rata per annum, public holidays plus 2 extra statutory days with 3 additional days after not less than 5 years continuous service under one or more local authority at the date of appointment.

Location: Gainsborough – Gainsborough Town Council managed facilities

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