Location
Kingston Upon Thames, South West London

Hours
Full Time (hours not specified)

Salary
£28,521 per annum

About the Role
The purpose of this role is to provide an external service to residents on our Housing sites across the Kingston Borough. Responsibilities include sweeping, painting, gritting, leaf clearance, graffiti removal, jet washing, grounds maintenance such as hedge trimming and shrub work, bulk rubbish and fly tip removals, and minor communal repairs. The role requires pride in workmanship, the ability to work independently or as part of a team, and driving some of the Council vehicles up to 3.5 tonnes. A general knowledge of the Kingston Borough is beneficial.

About the Borough
Kingston is a vibrant and diverse Royal Borough in South West London, known for its rich history, cultural heritage, and strong community spirit. It boasts excellent transport links including direct trains to London Waterloo and Clapham Junction. The borough is home to thriving town centres such as Kingston town centre, Surbiton, New Malden, Tolworth, and Chessington, each offering unique attractions. Kingston supports a diverse population with a large Sri Lankan Tamil community and the highest number of Korean residents in the UK. The council is committed to supporting vulnerable groups and helping residents maintain their independence.

Experience
Experience with general repairs, groundwork, painting, and bulky item removals is desirable but not essential.

About you
You must be able to work effectively both independently and as part of a team. Taking pride in your work and having a general knowledge of the Kingston Borough are important. A full valid UK driving licence with category B entitlement is essential as the role involves driving Council vehicles up to 3.5 tonnes.

Qualifications
No formal qualifications are specified for this role, but a valid UK driving licence with category B entitlement is required.