We are one of the largest housing associations in the North of England, managing over 36,000 homes across the North of England. We are a non-profit organisation, meaning any money we make is invested back into the company for the benefit of our residents and local communities.
As an organisation we are committed to having a Diverse and Inclusive workforce. We would therefore welcome applications from candidates with any of the nine protected characteristics. We are also proud to be a Disability Confident employer.
We are looking for a Grounds Maintenance Operative to join the Environmental Services team. This is a fantastic opportunity where you will carry out grounds maintenance and repair work, driving community improvements.
Requirements
Outline of Key responsibilities for the Grounds Maintenance Operative...
* Carry out grass cutting and edging-off work using a combination of strimmers, small and large pedestrian mowers and ride-on mowers. Cut back and prune hedges, shrubs, bushes and low trees using hedge trimmers, loppers, pole-saws, (manual or mechanical), or chain saws, (ground based).
* Carry out seeding and turfing of grassed areas, planting or re-plating of shrub and flower beds, preparing and sowing wild flower beds and any other horticultural tasks.
1. Carry out all disciplines of grounds maintenance work to empty properties as...