Tractor Driver​/Gardener

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Job details

Job title Tractor Driver/Gardener Job reference  Date posted 24/09/2026 Final date to receive applications 18/10/2026 Working Pattern As specified Salary Grade E: £28,608 - £30,515 a year Contractual hours 37 Basis Full time Job category/type Administration Attachments Blank Job description

Salary:
Grade E: £28,608 - £30,515 a year
Location:
Stores Road Depot
Hours: 37 hours a week - Seasonal Hours
Contract Type:
Permanent We are currently seeking to recruit a Tractor Driver / Gardeners within our Grounds Maintenance section of Streetpride based from Stores Rd depot. The role provides a grounds maintenance service on all Derby City Council land, properties and contracts as determined by the service. The purpose of the role is to carry out tractor operations as required and undertake general and skilled horticultural / sports grounds / constructional work as defined by management.

As a minimum, applicants must possess; 1
- Full manual car driving licence, the applicant will be expected to drive vehicles up to 3.5 tonne vehicles 2
- Substantial Experience in occupational tractor driving and use of implements 3
- Knowledge of Health & Safety & Equality Act 2010 We require our Tractor driver / gardeners to be reliable, have pride in their work, and be committed to working with colleagues to ensure a good standard of work. They must understand the need for exceptional customer satisfaction and be prepared to undertake training and work in accordance with Health and Safety regulations.

Although it is not part of the essential criteria, CE Heavy goods driver qualification will need to be passed during the probation period. The work may involve early morning starts at locations throughout the City of Derby. Applicants will be required to complete a practical assessment and interview. Who We Are

At Derby City Council, we're proud to deliver over 250 essential services that support our residents, communities and businesses. Guided by our vision to create an Inclusive, Green, Growing and Vibrant City, we put people at the heart of everything we do.

Our values shape how we work every day. We believe in Great People, One Team, we're Bold in embracing change, Strong in delivering for our communities, and We Care about making a positive difference.

Join us and you'll become part of an ambitious, collaborative organisation where you can grow your career while helping to shape Derby's future.

Why join Derby City Council?

You’ll benefit from a secure and rewarding career package that includes:

Pay and financial wellbeing

• Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) – one of the UK's most valuable public sector pension schemes, offering a secure, defined benefit pension, life cover and financial peace of mind for you and your family
• Team Derby Rewards, offering discounts across a wide range of retail, leisure and lifestyle brands
• The Tusker Car Benefit Scheme, providing a convenient and cost-effective salary sacrifice option to lease a brand-new, fully maintained and insured vehicle

Work-life balance

• Annual leave starting at 27 days and rising to 32 days after five years' service, plus bank holidays, subject to contract.
• The option to purchase additional annual leave, giving you even greater flexibility throughout the year
• Flexible and hybrid working arrangements apply to many of our roles, helping you achieve a healthy work-life balance
• Flexible retirement options, where eligible, supporting a gradual transition into retirement while enabling colleagues to continue contributing their skills and experience
• Support for colleagues with caring…