Overview
We are seeking a dedicated Grounds Maintenance Operative to join our team. This role involves maintaining and enhancing outdoor environments, ensuring they are safe, attractive, and well-kept. The ideal candidate will have a passion for horticulture and landscaping, combined with practical experience in grounds maintenance and construction-related tasks. This position offers an opportunity to work outdoors across various sites, contributing to the upkeep of public and private spaces.
Responsibilities
- Perform landscape maintenance including mowing, pruning, planting, and fertilising to ensure healthy growth and aesthetic appeal.
- Operate a range of power tools such as hedge trimmers, lawnmowers, and leaf blowers safely and efficiently.
- Use hand tools for tasks like digging, planting, and edging to maintain gardens and green spaces.
- Maintain irrigation systems, including installation, repair, and regular checks to ensure proper water distribution.
- Assist with construction projects related to grounds development or repair, including excavation work using excavators when necessary.
- Conduct routine inspections of outdoor areas to identify hazards or maintenance needs.
- Carry out general maintenance tasks such as cleaning equipment, clearing debris, and ensuring safety standards are met.
- Support seasonal planting programmes and specialised horticultural activities.
Qualifications
- Experience in landscape maintenance or gardening is highly desirable.
- Mechanical knowledge related to power tools, irrigation systems, and basic equipment repairs is advantageous.
- Familiarity with hand tools used in gardening and groundskeeping tasks.
- Construction experience or familiarity with excavation machinery such as excavators is a plus.
- Knowledge of horticulture principles and practices for healthy plant growth.
- Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions with physical stamina for manual labour.
- Strong organisational skills with attention to detail for routine maintenance tasks.
- Relevant certifications or licences for operating machinery (e.g., excavator) are preferred but not essential.
This role offers an engaging environment where you can utilise your skills in grounds maintenance while contributing positively to outdoor spaces within the community. We welcome applicants who are proactive, reliable, and passionate about maintaining beautiful landscapes.
Pay: £13.00-£15.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Company pension
- On-site parking
Work Location: In person
