Vacancy: Supplementary Town Maintenance Operative

Vacancy Supplementary Town Maintenance Operative

Salary: Starting salary of £20,444
Hours: 37 hours per week – may require seasonal working hours
Duration: Permanent 
DBS Check: No 
Location: Exmouth 
Closing Date: Noon on 15th April 2022 
Interview Date: 4th May 2022 

Part of a small team of supplementary town maintenance operatives reporting to the Deputy Clerk, the successful applicant will be responsible for maintenance, cleanliness and general up-keep of the Town, including areas previously supported by the County or District Councils. 

Main responsibilities will include but not exhaustive of:

  • Sweeping, weeding and clearing of overgrowth in streets and lanes around Exmouth including outlying areas
  • The maintenance and cleaning of street furniture
  • The spraying of weeds 
  • The reporting and removal of Graffiti 
  • General maintenance and assistance as directed by the Deputy Clerk 
  • Providing patrol duties as well as education and information on dog control to the public
  • Watering of town flower towers using towed water bowser 

The full list is available in the application pack. 

Skills: 

  • Relevant experience 
  • Full UK Driving Licence is essential 
  • Good communication skills
  • Good organisational skills, with an observant eye for detail
  • Ability to use initiative whilst working unsupervised
  • Ability to work as part of a team
  • Ability to use a range of heavy-duty power tools and cleaning equipment and willing to follow safety rules
  • A flexible and versatile approach to work
  • Able to work outside all year round 
  • Prepared to undertake relevant training 
  • Knowledge of Health and Safety requirements and responsibilities 

Conditions: 

  • You would spend a lot of time on your feet
  • You could be outdoors in all weathers
  • You would generally work 37 hours, Monday to Friday, with an early start and might include bank holidays
  • You might have to work overtime including evenings or weekends 
  • The work can be messy and dirty 
  • You need to wear protective clothing and gloves. 

If you would like to apply for this role, please download the application pack below. All candidates will be expected to complete the Exmouth Town Council’s application form and please email your completed application form to deputyclerk@exmouth.gov.uk. 

Application Pack

Supplementary Town Maintenance Operative Job Description
Person Specification
Application Form (Word or PDF)

Updated: 16 March 2022