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Position: Grounds Maintenance Operative
Location: Swanley
Salary: £12.21 to £13.25 per hour
Hours:Full-time
Please note - A full Clean UK Driving Licence is required for you to be considered for this position.
Are you a dedicated grounds maintenance professional with a passion for creating and maintaining beautiful outdoor spaces? Do you thrive in a role where your skills and attention to detail make a tangible difference? Chappell Enterprises UK is recruiting on behalf of our client, a reputable company specialising in high-quality grounds maintenance services. Due to ongoing growth, they are seeking a committed and skilled Grounds Maintenance Operative to join their team.
About our Client:
Our client specialises in grass cutting, landscape maintenance, and soft landscaping. Initially serving local authorities, they now handle projects of all sizes across Hampshire, Surrey, Sussex, and Kent for commercial, public, and private sectors.
With 40+ years in highways maintenance, they bring extensive expertise and hold Lantra qualifications for mobile highway works, ensuring safety and professionalism. They also work with trusted traffic management partners for high-speed roads, overnight operations, and road closures.
About the Role:
As a Grounds Maintenance Operative, you will be responsible for maintaining and enhancing outdoor spaces to the highest standards. You will work closely with a team of professionals to ensure that all tasks are completed efficiently and effectively.
Key Responsibilities:
• Perform routine grounds maintenance tasks including mowing, pruning, and planting.
• Operate and maintain various grounds maintenance equipment.
• Ensure all work is carried out in compliance with health and safety regulations.
• Assist in landscape construction projects as required.
• Conduct regular inspections and report any issues or necessary repairs.
• Provide excellent customer service when interacting with clients and the public.
Requirements:
Essential:
• Proven experience in grounds maintenance or a related field.
• Proficiency in operating grounds maintenance equipment.
• Strong understanding of health and safety practices.
• Excellent attention to detail and a proactive approach to work.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Full Clean UK Driving Licence, CSCS & SSSTS Card.
Desirable:
• Experience in landscape construction.
• Relevant horticultural qualifications.
• Basic knowledge of pest and disease control.
Why Join our Client?
• Competitive pay rates.
• Supportive and collaborative team environment.
• Opportunities for professional development and training.
• Varied and interesting work across multiple sites.
• Commitment to employee well-being and safety.
To Apply:
If you are a proactive leader with a passion for delivering outstanding projects, we want to hear from you! Join Chappell Enterprises UK in supporting our client's mission to deliver exceptional outdoor environments!
Chappell Enterprises UK is an equal opportunities employer. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds and are a Disability Confident Employer, offering interviews to disabled applicants who meet the minimum essential criteria for the role.
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