Greenkeeper - Pay Band 1, SCP 10 – 12 + Living Wage Allowance (£25,108).

We are looking for an enthusiastic Greenkeeper to join the Parks Section. You will be responsible for assisting the Head Greenkeeper in the day-to-day management of Douglas Golf Course and ensuring the general grounds maintenance and gardening duties are carried out to the highest standard. If you have experience of golf course/fine turf maintenance in a professional manner, then we would welcome an application from you. It is essential you have a full clean valid driving licence.

For full details of the role, the job description and selection criteria please visit the Council’s website (www.douglas.im) or contact the Human Resources Section on 696455.

Closing date for submission of completed applications is Friday, 3^rd January 2025 at 5.00 pm.

Arborist - Grade: Pay Band 7, SCP 14 – 18 (£26,537 - £32,009) plus temporary additional element of pay. Market rate of 12% to be paid as a separate supplement to basic pay (increasing the pay to £29,721 - £35,851) for a maximum of 2 years to be reviewed 6 months prior to the end of the fixed period (rate to be reviewed in due course as part of the future introduction of Single Status).

We are looking for an enthusiastic arborist to work within our Arborist Team. Reporting to the Foreman Arborist you will be part of a team of professionals responsible for providing an excellent arboriculture service. You will undertake Arboriculture works to ensure the health, safety and general maintenance of the tree stock. You will work as part of the emergency ‘call out’ service, when required. You must be a strong communicator, both written and verbal, and be computer literate.

If you have worked in a similar position and have experience in arboriculture (to include aerial rescue, tree climbing, pruning and planting) and hold a NPTC chainsaw proficiency certificate then we would welcome an application from you.

For the above post, you must be physically fit and prepared to work outdoors in all-weather conditions. You must also hold a full clean valid driving licence.

An application form and full role details (job description) can be downloaded at www.douglas.gov.im or by contacting the HR Section on 696455.

The closing date for the receipt of completed applications is:

• Friday, 3^rd January 2025 (5.00 pm)

Ground Worker - Pay Band 2 (SCP 11 + living wage allowance – 13) £25,108 - £25,274

You will carry out instructions to deliver civils works to the agreed quality/standard within timescales specified whilst adhering to the Council’s safety requirements. You must have proven experience of civil engineering ground working excavations and reinstatement on the highway particularly in the vicinity of live cables and utility services. A driving licence is also essential.

This is an exciting time to join an established team where you can directly impact the success the team have had in delivering its operations and projects over the years. This role requires excellent interpersonal and customer facing skills and if you have a strong work ethic and are interested in working alongside a highly experienced team, then we would welcome an application from you.

For an informal discussion about the role please contact Donal Cullen, Head of Electrical & Projects on 696384. For full details of the role, job description and selection criteria please visit the Council’s website (www.douglas.gov.im) or contact the Human Resources Section on 696455.

Closing date for submission of applications: Friday, 3^rd January 2025 at 5.00 pm.