About the Role
We’re looking for a practical, self-motivated Property and Grounds Maintenance Operative to join our client’s Facilities Management (FM) team. This is a hands-on, mobile role covering a wide variety of indoor and outdoor maintenance tasks across commercial, public sector, and residential sites.
You’ll need to be confident working independently and representing the company professionally while on-site. You’ll travel daily across the South of England (including Herts, Greater London, Kent, Surrey and surrounding counties), with a company van, fuel, and tools provided.
We’re looking for someone equally comfortable with general property repairs and grounds work, who takes pride in delivering a high standard of finish across every job.
Key Responsibilities
You’ll carry out a broad range of indoor and outdoor maintenance tasks, including:
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Minor plumbing (e.g. fixing leaks, replacing taps)
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General property repairs (e.g. handles, hinges, fixtures, fittings)
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Grounds maintenance (e.g. grass cutting, hedge trimming, clearance)
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Light landscaping (e.g. laying patios, gravel areas)
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Tidying and preparing void properties
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Waste removal and general site clearance
You’ll also:
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Work independently to tight timeframes and deadlines
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Visit sites in advance to assess work and provide feedback to the quoting team
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Represent the business professionally when liaising with clients on-site
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Complete basic documentation, including before/after photos
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Attend monthly and ad hoc planning meetings at the Hertfordshire head office
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Look after tools and equipment and ensure all work is completed safely and efficiently
Requirements
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Proven experience in both property and grounds maintenance
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Comfortable working indoors and outdoors in all weather conditions
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Physically fit and able to carry out manual work (lifting, digging, paving)
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Full UK driving licence (essential)
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Self-motivated with strong time management
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Presentable and confident communicating with customers
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Good spoken and written English
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Right to work in the UK
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Willing to travel daily across the region with early starts/occasional late finishes
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Able to attend team meetings in Borehamwood as required