Grounds Manager

This is an exciting opportunity combining managing the Town Council’s amenity land with hands-on work including general grounds maintenance and basic machinery maintenance.

Ilminster is a small, market town in South Somerset with well used and appreciated amenity land in the heart of the town. The main recreation area is home to thriving Cricket and Football Clubs and adjacent to Herne Hill - a Local Nature Reserve; in addition there are some smaller recs with children’s play areas and a cemetery as well as some small floral displays to maintain.

The successful applicant is expected to ensure the efficient and effective delivery, management, and development of the wide range of amenity land and children’s’ play areas within the Town Council’s control. the post holder will also be responsible for health and safety standards and risk assessments regarding the work and for researching and making recommendations regarding equipment and methods of work.

The post is permanent and full time.

We welcome enquiries from everyone and value diversity in our workforce.

To apply please download the application form, complete it and upload it along with your CV and email address below.