Park Keeper

Park Keeper

Location: London Borough of Hackney

Pay: £17.28 per hour (£23.29 umbrella)

Hours: Full-time, 36 hours per week, shift work (including weekends)

About the Role

We’re looking for a dedicated and proactive Park Keeper to help maintain Hackney’s parks and open spaces to the highest standards, ensuring they are safe, welcoming, and enjoyable for all visitors. This is a hands‑on, front‑facing role where you’ll play a key part in keeping green spaces clean, secure, and thriving, while providing excellent customer service to the public.

Key Responsibilities

• Patrol parks and open spaces, maintaining a visible presence during opening hours
• Carry out general grounds maintenance and ensure high horticultural standards
• Remove litter, graffiti, and maintain clean public areas and facilities
• Conduct safety inspections of play areas, equipment, and park features
• Lock/unlock parks and ensure site security
• Respond to incidents, emergencies, and enforce park byelaws where needed
• Provide helpful information and support to park users
• Maintain records, incident reports, and inspection logs
• Operate and maintain park machinery, vehicles, and equipment safely
• Support animal care in designated areas (e.g., Clissold Park, when required)
• Work collaboratively with council teams and external partners

What We’re Looking For

• Experience in grounds maintenance, park keeping, or similar outdoor roles
• Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions
• Strong teamwork skills with the ability to work independently
• Good communication skills and a customer‑focused attitude
• Physically fit and able to carry out manual tasks
• Full UK driving licence
• Basic horticultural knowledge (NVQ Level 2 or equivalent desirable)
• Experience with machinery and equipment (training provided where needed)
• Flexibility to work early mornings, evenings, and weekends on a rota basis

Why Join?

• Work in some of London’s most valued green spaces
• Be part of a supportive and community‑focused team
• Opportunity to develop skills and training (up to NVQ Level 3)
• Make a real difference to local residents and visitors

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