We’re looking for a motivated and hands-on Estates Operative to join our team at Botanical Place, West Byfleet and help maintain the buildings, fixtures, equipment and outdoor spaces across our village. This role is a key part of ensuring our community remains safe, attractive and welcoming for residents, visitors and colleagues.
This is a varied position where no two days are the same - from keeping our grounds looking their best, to supporting repairs, inspections, safety checks and general maintenance across the village. This is a full-time role of 37.5 hours per week. Shifts are 8 hours long and can fall any time between 8am and 8pm, with some weekend work required (approximately one weekend per month).
If you enjoy practical, outdoor work, take pride in a job well done, and want to be part of a friendly and supportive team, we’d love to hear from you!
What You’ll Do
* Maintain village buildings, fixtures, fittings and equipment, following planned maintenance schedules.
* Support repairs and report any faults promptly to management.
* Carry out regular safety and alarm-system checks.
* Maintain grounds, including mowing, hedge trimming, planting, pruning, weeding and watering.
* Monitor plant health and treat pests/diseases in line with environmental guidelines.
* Keep paths, roadways and walkways safe, including clearing snow and ice in winter.
* Safely operate and maintain tools, machinery and chemical supplies.
* Conduct weekly and monthly compliance checks.
* Respond to emergency calls when trained, including first aid.
* Work collaboratively with the facilities team to deliver consistently high standards across the village.
What We’re Looking For
* 1–3 years’ experience in gardening, landscaping, maintenance or a similar practical role.
* Good practical skills and confidence using maintenance and grounds equipment.
* Strong awareness of health & safety (COSHH experience beneficial).
* A customer-focused approach, with the ability to interact positively with residents.
* Someone reliable, proactive and able to prioritise tasks effectively.
* Physical stamina to carry out manual and outdoor work in all seasons.
Our Values
We’re proud of our culture and the values that shape it:
Age Well | Community | Keep Improving | Invest Wisely | Planet Positive | One Team
You’ll be joining a workplace where people support each other, take pride in their work, and make a real difference to residents’ quality of life.
Why Join Us?
* A supportive team environment
* Opportunities for development and training
* A role where you can see the impact of your work every day
Apply Today
If you’re passionate about creating and maintaining great spaces and want to be part of a community-focused organisation, we’d love to receive your application.