Grounds Maintenance Operative
We here at Grounds Care Group have a great opportunity for a Full Time Grounds Maintenance Operative to join our busy but friendly team in the Market Harborough Area. We are offering a competitive salary of £27,000 to £28,000 per annum (dependent on skills & experience), on a permanent contract.
About Grounds Care Group
We carry out Grounds Maintenance, Landscape Improvement Works, Bulk Waste Removal, Japanese Knotweed Treatments, Gritting/Snow Clearance, Winter Maintenance Services & Pest Control for our multiple Clients across the UK.
Operative Responsibilities
It is likely, that no two days will be the same, as you will be covering grass cutting, strimming, shrub, bed and hedge maintenance, leaf clearance, planting, turfing, gritting and snow clearance.
You will be responsible for general grounds maintenance using hand tools and powered horticultural machinery.
You will need to be a team player and be comfortable working alongside others, but also on your own.
This is a physically demanding job role, working outside in all weather.
Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employees may perform other related duties as assigned to meet the ongoing needs of the organisation.
Essential Skills Required
Previous experience working in Grounds Maintenance.
PA1 / PA6 Certificates. (Desirable)
A Full UK Driving Licence.
Be a Team Player and demonstrate Initiative.
Benefits Working with Us
Monday to Friday (working week)
Overtime Available
Uniform Provided
Additional Annual Leave on your Birthday
Employee Assistant Programme (EAP)
Referral Programme (Bonus)
Part of a Growing and Developing Organisation
Learning & Development Opportunities
Great opportunities for someone looking to develop in this industry and would like career progression.
Please note: Grounds Care Group take its safeguarding responsibilities seriously and we Service Contracts that will require you to have an enhanced DBS check and provide 2 satisfactory work references. We work towards Fairness in Recruitment, so please advise if you need any reasonable adjustments during our recruitment or interview process.
If you are enthusiastic, hardworking and like working outdoors then we’d love to hear from you, as you can make a great contribution joining our team as a Grounds Maintenance Operative. Don’t miss out, please click apply now!
Schedule:
Experience:
- Grounds Maintenance: 1 year (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
- PA1 AND PA6 (preferred)
- Driving Licence (required)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location:
· In person
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £27,000.00-£28,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Additional leave
- Company pension
- Referral programme
Experience:
- Grounds Maintenance: 1 year (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
- Full UK Driving Licence (required)
- PA1/PA6 Pesticide Certificate (preferred)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Willingness to travel:
Work Location: In person
