Job Introduction
Milton Keynes Council is excited to be developing its Environmental Operations team as it prepares for a new Environmental Services contract and delivery of its ongoing ambitions of becoming one of the Greenest Cities. Milton Keynes is built with significant green infrastructure in mind and this expanse of linear parks, open spaces, estates, lakes and biodiversity all require acute management. You will be responsible and be part of a team that is leading the most detailed review, advancement and transformation of green landscape in Milton Keynes in 20 years and seeing reinvestment back into our green spaces, taking forward the investment in biodiversity and creating a more resilient environment to future climate change. Working with our contractors, Councillors and residents you will be part of an exciting, multidiscipline team which has a blended delivery of surveying, problem solving and project delivery.
Main Responsibility
You will maintain accurate and timely records and administration tasks to aid the contract management process. You will also carry out site investigations and tree inspections and work towards achieving the Lantra Award in Basic Tree Inspection. You will also work towards and complete the Business Administration Apprenticeship at Level 3 within 18 months from the start date.
The Ideal Candidate
Problem solving, interested in the environment, happy to work both indoors and outdoors, experience / interest in trees and landscaping, focussed on working as a team and supporting the residents of Milton Keynes. Good communication, written and organisation skills.
GCSE Grade A-C in English and Maths or equivalent e.g., Functional Skills Level 2 in English and Maths or demonstrable ability to achieve during apprenticeship
Package Description
We are really proud of the benefits we are able to offer our staff here at Milton Keynes Council, including:-
- Local Government Pension Scheme, considered to be one of the best employer contribution rates of 19.7%
- 27 days annual leave per year in addition to statutory and public holidays, rising to 31 days after 5 years
- Holiday Purchase Scheme
- Our Professional Development Centre provides access to courses such as in-house management development programmes endorsed by the Institute of Leadership, Apprenticeship Programmes (junior and senior), coaching and mentoring and access to our Smarter Learning portal
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- Health Cashplan
- MK Advantage benefits package – a range of savings on a wide range of retail, leisure and entertainment products and services such as Pizza Express, M&S, B&Q, John Lewis and Arriva Travel.
- SmartGo – Aimed at encouraging low-carbon transport and healthy lifestyle with discounted travel e.g. Halfords, Arriva, Europcar, National Railcards and Stagecoach.
- Homebuy Scheme (for eligible roles)
- Smarter working which provides the opportunity to work from various locations including from home for a proportion of your role (subject to business needs)
- A full range of family friendly policies including enhanced Maternity, Adoption and Paternity entitlements
- Childcare Subsidy
About The Organisation
Milton Keynes is a diverse, multi cultural, adrenaline packed expanding city with so much to offer on its door step. From beautiful open spaces, a busy theatre district, large shopping centre to a number of cultural and leisure facilities.
Milton Keynes Council has an array of responsibilities, such as: education, housing, highways and social services. Altogether, the council provides over 240 services to the citizens of Milton Keynes, and to meet such an extensive and diverse range of challenges we must be innovative and dynamic to provide services successfully to meet the increasing demands that will accompany the growth of Milton Keynes. How better to contribute to that continued success than through a unique and rewarding career with us. Here at Milton Keynes Council, we pride ourselves on modelling our values, that were co-created with colleague. We are dedicated, respectful and collaborative as we strive every day to make a difference to local people and the community we serve. If you share our values and want to experience a fulfilling job measured on outcomes and results with great work-life balance, make a move to Milton Keynes Council.
