Park Keeper

Park Keeper London Borough of Hackney
£17.28 per hour (£23.29 umbrella)
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

Commercial Services Trading Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

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