We are currently looking for a Garden/Grounds Maintenance Operative to maintain and enhance gardens, landscape and outdoor areas of a diverse portfolio of residential and commercial properties across Shropshire area.
The role requires some general basic property maintenance such as carpentry, decoration and plumbing tasks.
This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated individual with a passion for outdoor work and hands-on approach to maintenance. You will be adaptable and pro-active individual, who can use their own initiative, as well as contributing effectively as part of a collaborative team. Travel is required between multiple properties, primarily in Telford, Newport, Shrewsbury, however you may, from time to time, be required to travel within West Midlands.
Main responsibilities:
Gardening & Grounds Maintenance:
- Mow, edge and maintain lawns.
- Maintain landscape areas; plant, water, weed, prune shrubs, hedges and flowers.
- Keep paths, patios and outdoor areas clean, tidy and free from hazards.
- Carry out seasonal gardening tasks including leaf clearance and winter preparation.
- Remove and dispose of garden waste responsibly.
- Monitor the condition of plants, trees, lawns, fencing, paths and outdoor features and report any issues.
- Operate and maintain garden equipment such as lawn mowers, hedge cutters, leaf blowers.
- Follow health and safety procedures when using tools, machinery and chemicals.
- Report any maintenance issues, damaged equipment or safety concerns.
General Property Maintenance:
- Undertake basic repairs to fencing, gates, sheds and other outdoor structures.
- Carry out minor repairs and general maintenance which include basic plumbing, carpentry such as replace handles or fittings, painting and decorating.
- Identify maintenance issues and report any work requiring for specialist contractors.
- Operate and maintain tools and equipment, adhering to health and safety procedures and reporting any issues or concerns.
Essential skills and experience:
- Previous experience in a similar role gaining practical knowledge of grounds maintenance and gardening.
- Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
- Previous experience of safely using a range of hand tools, power tools and garden machinery.
- Good working knowledge and understanding of health and safety requirements.
- Basic carpentry, plumbing, decoration skills.
- Practical and flexible to manage a range of tasks.
- Good attention to detail in maintaining high standards.
- A positive and professional approach.
- Full UK driving licence.
- DBS checks.
Desirable experience:
- Experience working across multiple sites or within a property portfolio.
- Relevant qualifications or health and safety training such as first aid.
What we offer:
- Competitive salary of up to £40,000 per annum (dependant on experience)
- Company van provided.
- 24 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
- Pension.
- Full-time, permanent position.
- Varied and rewarding work with long-term opportunity within a growing business
Pay: £30,000.00-£40,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company car
- Company pension
Work Location: In person
