Horticulturist (CDC)

Based at: Cantley depot

Salary details: Grade 5, £26,427 per annum

Contract Type: Permanent, full time

Hours: 37hrs per week Monday to Friday

Closing date: 1st November 2026

The City of Doncaster Council puts improving the lives of its residents at the centre of everything we do. Do you enjoy working outdoors making a difference to the local community and the area they live in? then we have an opportunity for you.

Although experience in Horticulture or Grounds Maintenance would be desirable it is not essential for the role of Street Scene Horticulturalist. We want someone who has a positive, enthusiastic attitude, works well in a team, can drive and is committed to delivering an excellent service every day.

We will provide training to allow you to use a variety of grounds maintenance machinery to deliver a high standard grounds maintenance service. If you want to be part of service dedicated to delivering outstanding service to our residents by maintaining and enhancing Doncaster’s cemeteries and public spaces this could be the opportunity for you.

Duties include:

• Driving license is essential for trucks up to 3.50tonne with trailer, ride on/stand on mowers
• Grounds maintenance duties including strimmer, blower, hedge cutter, planting out, emptying litter bins
• General duties leaf clearance, use of hand tools, winter maintenance.

What you will bring to the role:

We value a range of experiences and skills. If you have transferable skills linked to grounds maintenance from other roles or voluntary work, we encourage you to apply.

In return for your contribution, we offer:

• Competitive leave entitlement
• Generous local government pension scheme
• Wellbeing support and staff networks
• Development and training opportunities
• Staff discounts and benefits schemes
• More information on benefits can be found in the attached benefits booklet.

Please review the job summary and profile and demonstrate in your application how you meet the required criteria.

Shortlisting will take place week commencing 02/11/26 and interviews are anticipated on week commencing 16/11/26.

For further details or an informal chat, please contact: Martyn Day 07771944582 Mon and Tuesday or Bob Allan 07580769827 Thursday and Friday.

We encourage applicants to use their own words to reflect their experience and skills and over-reliance on AI is discouraged.

The Advance Employment Team offers personalised support to help you take your next step into work. From building your CV and getting the right interview skills to accessing a wide range of free courses, the team will help you grow your skills and confidence and find a job you’ll enjoy. Get in touch by email (advanceemploymenthub@doncaster.gov.uk) or visit the Advance website (www.advancedoncaster.co.uk) to discover the support available.

City of Doncaster Council is committed to meeting the needs of our diverse community and improving quality of life for all. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences and are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and adults.

We are a Disability Confident employer and committed to a fully inclusive and accessible recruitment process. We offer interviews to disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria and make reasonable adjustments as required.

Confirmation of this appointment is also subject to a full medical assessment.