A new opportunity to join an Essex-based company as a grounds maintenance operative to cover their busy period over the summer. You'll be working within a service driven grounds team, responsible for delivering a number of grounds related tasks across Essex. These will include: Lawn care, including mowing, trimming, and edging Planting, weeding, and maintaining flower beds Pruning trees and shrubs Ensuring proper irrigation and watering systems Performing routine maintenance on landscaping equipment Keeping outdoor spaces free of debris and litter Ensure health & Safety and PPE is adhered to Attend meetings and briefings Our Successful Candidate: Previous experience in a grounds maintenance role. NVQ Horticulture or Equivalent.(not essential). Able to work independently or within a team. Excellent communication skills. Knowledge of all relevant Health & Safety procedures. Full UK driving licence. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career. Hays EA is a trading division of Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited and acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk