Job Description
5 Month Contract With A local Authority
Job Purpose
To carry out a wide range of grounds maintenance duties to ensure sports pitches, landscaped areas, and outdoor facilities are maintained to a high professional standard. The role includes driving company vehicles, operating machinery, pitch marking, and applying chemical treatments where licensed
Key Responsibilities
* Operate grounds maintenance machinery including:
o Ride-on and pedestrian mowers
o Strimmers and brush cutters
o Hedge trimmers
o Leaf blowers
o Other handheld and powered equipment
* Carry out mowing, edging, strimming, and general turf maintenance.
* Mark out football pitches and other sports areas to required specifications.
* Prepare and maintain running tracks and athletics areas.
* Assist with seasonal sports pitch renovations and turf repairs.
* Drive company vehicles and tow trailers where required.
* Ensure all equipment is used safely and maintained in good working order.
* Carry out basic machinery checks and report defects.
* Follow health & safety procedures at all times.
* Work effectively as part of a team and independently when required.
Requirements
* Previous experience in grounds maintenance or similar role.
* Experience operating mowers, strimmers, and other power tools.
* Full UK driving licence.
* Good understanding of health & safety practices.
* Physically fit and able to work outdoors in all weather conditions.
* Ability to work to deadlines and maintain high standards.
Additional Information
* Bi-Weekly Payments
* 42 Working Hours per Week
* Enhanced DBS is required for this role
Requirements
Previous experience as an estate cleaner General education qualification (desirable) UK driving licence