Green Team Volunteer

About this role

Groundwork Greater Nottingham are looking for a team of Green Team Volunteers in the Leicestershire area to work on a the Green Employment Skills programme.

The main duties as a Green Team Volunteer are as follows;

MAIN DUTIES
·       Undertake site-based conservation and environmental improvement activities across a range of urban green spaces

·       Work as part of the Green Team – working closely with colleagues and volunteers to ensure projects are completed safely, on time, and to a high quality

·       Work in a co-operative and professional manner with Groundwork staff and community volunteers

·       Ensure the safe use of all work equipment, tools and vehicles

·       Ensure work equipment, tools and vehicles are maintained regularly in accordance with Trust guidelines

·       Adhere to written risk assessments and verbal instruction for each job or as site conditions change

·       Help to generate new ideas to improve the running of the Green Team Volunteers

·       Undertake other responsibilities that may be reasonably requested by the Environmental Sustainability Coordinator

·       To contribute positively as part of a delivery team to deliver objectives and ensure good morale and working relations are maintained.

When you can volunteer

Requirements

• Accepts ex/offenders

Outdoor and practical skills are a benefit but not mandatory, as you will be given the chance to gain new skills.

Location

Location Snibston Colliery Park, Ashby Road, Coalville, UK