Who We Are
We are a specialist recruitment partner connecting skilled professionals with meaningful roles across public sector and local authority services. We pride ourselves on delivering high-quality talent to support operational excellence and community-focused outcomes.
Who Our Client Is
Our client is a local authority service provider in Newport responsible for the operation and maintenance of Household Waste Recycling Centres (HWRCs), public spaces, and environmental services. They are committed to providing safe, clean, and well-maintained facilities while supporting sustainable recycling and community services.
Responsibilities
- Carry out daily duties at the Household Waste Recycling Centre (HWRC), including cleaning, site upkeep, and supporting recycling operations
- Assist and advise residents on correct recycling procedures and site requirements
- Maintain a clean, safe, and organised working environment for staff and visitors
- Carry out general grounds maintenance duties, including grass cutting, strimming, hedge trimming, leaf clearance, and litter removal
- Support planting, shrub maintenance, and general landscaping activities when required
- Operate and maintain tools, vehicles, plant, and machinery safely
- Report any defects, faults, accidents, or safety concerns to the appropriate manager
- Follow all health and safety procedures and contribute to maintaining a safe working environment
- Complete mandatory training and support ongoing development
- Work effectively as part of a team and provide assistance to colleagues when required
Person Specification
Must-Have Requirements
- Eligible to work in the UK
- Practical experience in grounds maintenance, horticulture, or a similar outdoor role
- Ability to carry out physical work outdoors in varying weather conditions
- Good understanding of health and safety responsibilities
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
- Reliable, punctual, and able to work to deadlines
- Good communication skills and a positive approach to working with colleagues and members of the public
- Willingness to complete relevant training
- Flexibility to work across different locations within the service area
- Ability to operate basic grounds maintenance equipment safely
Nice-to-Have Requirements
- NVQ Level 1 in Horticulture or an equivalent qualification
- Experience in amenity horticulture or public sector grounds maintenance
- Experience using mowing equipment, strimmers, and small plant machinery
- Knowledge of plant identification, maintenance, and common plant issues
- Experience with soft landscaping activities, including planting, seeding, and shrub bed maintenance
- Spraying certificate
- Full UK driving licence
- Ability to interpret planting plans
- Knowledge of mechanical plant and equipment maintenance
Position Details
Location Docks Way, Newport, NP20 2NS, United Kingdom
Start Date ASAP (Target start date: 05 August 2026)
Contract Duration 6 Weeks (Temporary Contract)
Working Hours 37 hours per week on a rota basis, including Monday to Sunday coverage. Shifts may include up to 10 hours per day, depending on operational requirements.
Pay Rate PAYE: £12.85 per hour / Limited-Umbrella: £16.57 per hour
Job Reference: OR110317
Job Types: Full-time, Fixed term contract
Pay: £12.85 per hour
Application question(s):
- Do you have experience using grounds maintenance equipment such as mowers, strimmers, hedge trimmers, or small plant machinery?
Experience:
- Grounds Maintenance : 1 year (required)
- waste management: 1 year (required)
- horticulture: 1 year (required)
Licence/Certification:
- UK driving licence (required)
- NVQ Level 1 Horticulture (required)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
