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At Bristol Water, we've been serving generations of families since 1846. Ensuring people in our communities have access to healthy water is paramount, which is why we work around the clock testing our water hundreds of times a day.
We're proud to be part of Pennon Group, a leader in the UK water sector, working towards a greener future. Our goals? As well as lowering our carbon footprint, we're working with partners to plant 300,000 trees, restore peatlands and supporting farmers and landowners to improve water quality and wildlife.
Whether you're starting out or seeking a new challenge, our scale and ambition create opportunities for you to shape your own career.
Ready to make a splash? Join our team today.
Bristol Water is looking for experienced Grounds Maintenance Operatives to join us on a permanent basis, you will be on £26,100 per annum. You will delivering high-quality grounds maintenance across our sites. Working in teams of two, you'll carry out a wide range of planned, reactive, and emergency works supporting our Grounds Maintenance Supervisor.
What you'll be doing:
* Soft & hard landscaping, planting & reinstatement
* Cutting grass, vegetation clearance and hedge trimming
* Tree work (basic felling under 15\"), scrub clearance & winter works
* Small civils: fencing, gates, paths, concrete & minor repairs
* Drainage, culverts, ditches & watercourse maintenance
* Emergency response incl. flooding, storm damage, snow & ice clearance
* Using and maintaining machinery, tools & equipment
* Completing digital job records, photos & reports
* Working safely at all times, supporting RAMS & toolbox talks
What We Are Looking For:
* Experience in soft & hard landscaping or grounds maintenance
* Competent with mowers, hedge cutters, brush cutters & chainsaws
* Experience in fencing, small civils & general repairs
* Strong health & safety awareness
* Computer literate (emails, forms, MS Office)
* Full clean UK driving licence + trailer towing entitlement
* PA1/PA6 spraying licence desirable
You'll be:
* Reliable, self-motivated, safety-focused and a strong team player with good communication skills.
* You'll take pride in delivering high-quality work and living our values of Trust, Respect, Accountability and Professionalism.
At Bristol Water, we believe in rewarding our people for their hard work and dedication. As an a Grounds Maintenance Operative you'll enjoy:
* Competitive Salary - Based on experience and skills
* Annual Bonus Scheme - Rewarding your performance
* Pension Scheme - Helping you plan for your future
* Healthcare Benefits - Access to private healthcare and employee assistance programs
* Professional Development - Support for career growth
* Employee Discounts - On various products and services
* Generous Annual Leave - Take time to recharge with our holiday entitlement
Closing Date: 1st April 2026
Please note that the successful candidate will be subject to a mandatory DBS check as part of the onboarding process.
Please note: we may close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications, so we encourage early applications.
Be yourself, we like it that way. Together, we will build a culture of belonging, where inclusion is instinctive. Diversity is our strength and a reflection of our communities. We care, we value everyone, we celebrate uniqueness.
Our core values which are essential to our success are:
Be Rock Solid - Build trust and be trusted. Be the one we all look to and can depend on.
Be You - We want you to bring your best everyday. Be yourself and make your mark in your individual way.
Be the Future - Embrace change. Drive Progress. xsngvjr Own the challenge.