Grounds Maintenance Operative
Location:Thingwall
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience
Job Type: Full-time
Driving Licence Required
Join the Best Lives Team
At Best Lives, we are passionate about creating and maintaining safe, attractive, and welcoming outdoor environments for the people we support. We are looking for a positive, motivated, and hardworking Grounds Maintenance Operative to join our growing team.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys working outdoors, takes pride in their work, and has experience in grounds maintenance, gardening, or horticulture.
About the Role
As a Grounds Maintenance Operative, you will be responsible for maintaining gardens, grounds, and outdoor spaces across our sites to a high standard. You will work both independently and as part of a team, carrying out a range of horticultural and grounds maintenance duties while ensuring safe working practices are followed at all times.
Key Responsibilities
- Maintaining gardens, grounds, and outdoor spaces to a high standard
- Grass cutting, mowing, strimming, and edging
- Hedge cutting, pruning, and shrub bed maintenance
- Litter collection and general site cleanliness
- Loading and unloading vehicles, tools, and equipment
- Supporting waste removal and site clearance activities
- Planning and organising daily maintenance tasks
- Ensuring all tools and equipment are safe, maintained, and fit for purpose
- Following all Health & Safety policies and procedures
- Wearing appropriate PPE and promoting safe working practices
- Reporting accidents, incidents, and maintenance issues promptly
- Representing Best Lives professionally when interacting with colleagues, service users, and members of the public
- Supporting the continuous improvement of our grounds and outdoor environments
What We're Looking For Essential
- Good standard of English and Maths
- Previous experience in grounds maintenance, gardening, or horticulture
- Experience using grounds maintenance equipment
- Good communication and organisational skills
- Knowledge of Health & Safety requirements
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Physically able to undertake manual outdoor work, including lifting and carrying
- Full UK Driving Licence
Experience Using:
- Strimmers
- Rotary lawn mowers
- Cylinder mowers
- Ride-on mowers
Desirable
- NVQ Horticultural qualification
- Experience working within health and social care settings
- Additional grounds maintenance or landscaping qualifications
- PA1/PA6 Spraying Certificates
What We Offer
- Ongoing training and development opportunities
- Support to achieve relevant qualifications
- A friendly and supportive working environment
- Opportunities for career progression
- The chance to make a positive difference within your local community
Why Work for Best Lives?
At Best Lives, we value our staff and the important role they play in supporting the people who use our services. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone is respected, supported, and encouraged to reach their full potential.
If you enjoy working outdoors and want to be part of a dedicated team that takes pride in maintaining high-quality environments, we would love to hear from you.
Apply today and join the Best Lives team.
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Pay: £13.45 per hour
Benefits:
- On-site parking
- Referral programme
Application question(s):
- Do you require Sponsorship?
Experience:
- Grounds and Maintenance: 1 year (preferred)
Work Location: In person
