Job Description
Favourable day shiftsMinimum 6-8 week assignment, possibly longer for the right individualDrivers preferable, as you may be required to use the company vanGrounds Maintenance OperativePurpose of the Role:Reporting to the Grounds Maintenance Supervisor, you’ll provide high-quality, customer-focused estate services. This includes gardening, grounds maintenance, and external repair work across a variety of properties. You will help maintain clean, safe, and attractive neighbourhoods and support performance and customer satisfaction goals.All successful applicants will be subject to a DBS check.Key Responsibilities:
* Carry out gardening and grounds maintenance tasks including grass cutting, planting, weeding, and shrub care, using hand tools and horticultural machinery.
* Perform seasonal external work such as fencing and slab repairs.
* Use mobile technology to support field-based work and ensure safety using provided equipment.
* Maintain a high standard of estate presentation and support neighbourhood teams in delivering excellent service.
* Deliver professional, polite customer service and escalate enquiries where needed.
* Monitor and report on performance and help identify improvements.
* Adhere to health and safety procedures, including use of PPE and compliance with risk assessments and COSHH guidelines.
* Recognise and act on safeguarding concerns in line with policies.
* Work collaboratively and contribute to continuous service improvement.
* Undertake other duties as required by the Supervisor.
Requirements:
* Experience in grounds maintenance and operating relevant tools/machinery.
* Comfortable working outdoors in all seasons and conditions.
* Good communication skills and a customer-first attitude.
* Ability to work independently and in a team, managing time and workload effectively.
* Basic maintenance skills and willingness to undertake training.
* A full, clean driving licence is preferred.
* Awareness of safeguarding, health and safety, and equality standards.
Rate of pay: £12.60 per hourHours of work: Days - 0900-1700 TBCPersonal Qualities:
* Positive, flexible approach with a “can-do” attitude.
* Committed to teamwork and delivering high service standards.
* Open to learning and improvement.
* Ability to reflect organisational values such as being honest, ambitious, and community-minded.