Estate services operative

Grounds Maintenance Operatives, Commercial Cleaners, Ground Workers - Join Our Team as an Estate Services Operative!


* Job Title: Estate Services Operative (Grounds Maintenance, Commercial Cleaning, Ground Works)
* Location: Throughout Cumbria
* Salary: Up to £29,530 per annum (Additional pay for Overtime, Stand-By, Call Outs).
* Annual Leave: 25 days, plus bank holidays (rising to 30 days)
* Pension scheme: up to 8% employer contribution
* Life Assurance: 4 x annual salary Benefits:
* Tools, Uniform, PPE Provided + Generous Benefits Scheme.


About Us: Castles & Coasts Housing Association (CCHA) manages over 7,400 homes in the North of England. Our in-house team, Castles & Coasts Services (CCS), handles repairs, maintenance, and other services for CCHA properties and estates.

Why Join Us:

* Permanent roles with a reliable income.
* Great pay: competitive salary plus extra for overtime, call outs, and stand-by.
* All gear provided: power tools, hand tools, uniform, and PPE.
* Generous benefits: Pension, life assurance, annual leave, and more.


Your Role:

* Perform grounds maintenance, clearance & cleaning, and various external repairs to our estates, tenanted and vacant properties.
* Ensure high standards of work and safety.
* Work with other trades and contractors.
* Record completed work and materials used.
* Respond to emergency job requests.


Requirements:

* Experience in Grounds Maintenance, Commercial Cleaning or Ground Works.
* Experience of working in an outdoor based trade as part of a team.
* Good literacy and numeracy skills.
* Ability to work independently and manage tasks.


How to Apply:

* Apply online by submitting your CV.
* Closing date: Thursday 30th April 2026
* Interviews: By appointment following application