Role Overview
We are seeking a reliable and hardworking Groundskeeper / Production Operative / Baler Operative to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining site cleanliness and safety, carrying out groundskeeping duties, operating the baler for board waste, and supporting general production and maintenance activities. This role requires hands-on work both indoors and outdoors, with flexibility to support a variety of operational tasks.
Key Responsibilities
* Grounds Maintenance
* Clean and maintain the yard, car park, and outdoor areas.
* Perform gardening tasks, including grass cutting, hedge trimming, and weed control.
* Operate petrol-powered tools (lawn mower, strimmer, chainsaw, power hose).
* General Repairs & Site Upkeep
* Carry out basic repairs and site maintenance tasks.
* Perform painting, cleaning, and upkeep of site buildings and equipment.
* Support deep cleaning of machinery and production areas when required.
* Clean and maintain meeting rooms and communal areas daily.
* Production Support
* Remove board waste from production areas and feed into baler.
* Operate baler safely and efficiently, ensuring waste is compacted and stored properly.
* Assist production team with additional duties as directed.
* Equipment Operation
* Use forklifts for moving materials (forklift licence desirable).
* Ensure tools and equipment are used safely, maintained, and stored correctly.
Skills & Qualifications
Essential:
* Experience in groundskeeping, general maintenance, or similar role.
* Ability to operate petrol-powered garden and maintenance equipment.
* Physically fit and able to perform manual labour.
* Flexible, reliable, and able to work outdoors in all weather conditions.
* Strong awareness of Health & Safety procedures.
Desirable:
* Forklift licence (counterbalance or reach).
* Chainsaw operation certificate.
* Experience operating industrial balers.
Personal Attributes
* Practical, "hands-on" approach to work.
* Team player with good communication skills.
* Self-motivated, with strong attention to detail.
* Willingness to take initiative and support across multiple site tasks.
Performance Measures
* Cleanliness and upkeep of site grounds and facilities.
* Safe and efficient operation of baler and equipment.
* Compliance with Health & Safety standards.
* Reliability and flexibility in supporting production and site needs.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: £13.00 per hour
Expected hours: 37 per week
Benefits:
* Company pension
* On-site parking
Work Location: In person