grounds maintenance worker Work, Jobs in chilton, oxf (with Salaries)

Apprentice Grounds Maintenance Worker
Harwell Parish Council —Harwell
- From £10.28 an hour
- Full-time
- Customer service
- Maintenance
- In-person
- Free parking
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Estate Worker (Fixed-Term)
Dyson Farming —East Ilsley
- Temporary
- Free parking
- Employee discount
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3d
Grounds Maintenance Operative
Abingdon -on- Thames Town Council —Abingdon
- £26,403 - £28,598 a year
- Full-time
- Maintenance
- Organisational skills
- IT
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5d
Nursery Maintenance Operative - Training Provided
Complete Childcare —Reading
- £12.71 an hour
- Childcare
- Maintenance
- Driving
- Annual leave
- Employee assistance programme
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Assistant/Junior Gardener
Leave it to us —Burford
- £27,000 a year
- Weekend availability
- In-person
- Hand tools
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House, Estate and Grounds Maintenance Engineer
Swallowfield Park Estate —Reading
- £28,000 - £29,000 a year
- Full-time
- Carpentry
- Basic maths
- Maintenance
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Landscaper
The Crane Resort —St. Philip
- Maintenance
- Hotel
- Communication skills
- Employee discount
- Life insurance
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Grounds Maintenance Operative
Talbot Farm Landscapes Ltd —Wantage
General maintenance of sports pitches to include grass cutting, fertilising, aerating etc and sites to include pruning strimming weed control using chemicals.
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Grounds Maintenance Operative
Scofell Landscapes —Newbury
20 days holiday + 8 bank holidays per annum (rising by 1 day each year following 2 years of service, up to a maximum of 25 normal days).
Up to £27,500 a year
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Apprentice Grounds Maintenance Worker

Harwell Parish Council
Harwell

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Job details

Permanent | Full-time | Apprenticeship
From £10.28 an hour
5 days ago

Benefits

Free parking
Company pension
On-site parking

Qualifications

Driving Licence
Customer service
Maintenance
Groundskeeping
Mechanical knowledge

Full job description

Job Purpose

To assist in carrying out grounds maintenance across the parishes of Harwell and Chilton. The post holder will support the upkeep of recreation grounds, churchyards, cemeteries, allotments, and other council-maintained land, while working towards the completion of a Level 2 apprenticeship qualification in Horticulture or Landscaping.

This is a joint post, hosted by Harwell Parish Council in partnership with Chilton Parish Council. The post holder will be required to work across both parishes and will develop practical skills under the supervision of the Head Grounds Maintenance Worker.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

General Grounds Maintenance

Assist with the upkeep of cemetery, churchyard, and recreation ground in both Harwell and Chilton, including grass cutting, edge and bank trimming, and clearance of leaves and litter.
Help maintain a clean and tidy appearance within the boundary of all council-maintained sites and around their entrances.
Assist with general maintenance of pathways, including trimming of edges, lopping of overhanging branches, and clearance of litter.
Assist with the cutting of grass verges throughout both parishes.
Report any defects in roads, pathways, and lighting to the Clerk Team.

Cemetery and Churchyard

Assist with general maintenance of graves and pathways, including edge trimming, pruning overhanging branches, and hedge trimming.
Ensure rubbish is placed in bins provided.
Report any required repairs or non-compliance of Cemetery Policies to the Clerk Team.
Assist with periodic checking of tombstones and memorials, reporting any loose or otherwise dangerous memorials to the Clerk Team immediately.
Assist with the annual tombstone test in November.
Support the Clerk Team and Head Groundsman with burial arrangements as directed, including liaising with funeral directors and relatives as required under supervision.
Pass burial and cremation certificates, burial request forms, and payments to the Clerk Team.
Assist with the allocation and preparation of ashes plots and burial ground.

Recreation Ground

Assist with the upkeep of the recreation ground including grass cutting, edge trimming, and maintenance of overhanging branches.
Assist with the maintenance of playing fields, pavilion, play area, and outdoor gym equipment.
Carry out weekly and monthly checks of play and gym equipment under supervision and report any defects to the Clerk Team.

Allotments and Other Areas

Assist with general upkeep of allotments in both parishes as and when required.
Assist with the maintenance of any council-owned open spaces, verges, and paths as directed.

Equipment and Administration

Report any problems with the Council’s vehicles and machinery to the Clerk Team.
Assist with the maintenance of council-owned equipment if appropriately qualified or supervised.
Assist with the periodic emptying of litter bins and dog waste bins.
Sign the signing-in book every working day on commencement of duties and complete a timesheet of activities.
Record any accidents in the accident book.
Undertake any other duties as agreed with the line manager.

Apprenticeship Training

The post holder will be enrolled on a Level 2 Horticulture or Landscaping Operative apprenticeship programme with an approved training provider. Several hours per week will be dedicated to off-the-job training, which may take place remotely or at a college or training centre.

Progress against the apprenticeship framework will be reviewed regularly and the post holder will be supported by both the Head Grounds Maintenance Worker and the Clerk Team throughout the programme.

Additional Requirements

Driving Licence

A full UK driving licence is desirable.

PPE and Equipment

All necessary PPE, tools, and equipment will be supplied by the Council, including the use of a Council-owned vehicle during working hours.

Other Duties

This job description outlines the main duties and responsibilities of the post as currently defined. It should not be regarded as exclusive or exhaustive. There may be other duties and responsibilities deemed necessary by the Council, the Line Manager, or the Supervisor in response to the changing needs of both parishes.

Pay: From £10.28 per hour

Benefits:

Company pension
Free parking
On-site parking

Work Location: In person

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Nursery Maintenance Operative - Training Provided

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