Grounds Operative – Serco
Job Title: Grounds Operative
Salary: £26,000 to £30,000 per annum
Location: Bisham Abbey National Sports Centre, Marlow SL7 1RR
Working Hours: 39 hours, Monday - Friday 8am - 4pm (flexible). Weekend work as required.
Here at Bisham Abbey our goal is to encourage active, healthy lifestyles in an environment that is safe, warm, clean, friendly and fun. To be the destination of choice for being part of an active community, whilst helping you to make MORE of every day. To deliver those services takes an enthusiastic and customer-focused team – and right now we are looking to recruit for a Grounds Operative to join our team.
It’s an exciting time to join the team here at Bisham Abbey. The grounds are used by England Rugby, England Hockey, Fab Academy and other partners. Our grounds support several projects as we approach future events.
Responsibilities
* Carry out a range of landscape tasks including grass-cutting, shrub-pruning, hedge-cutting, planting, and weed control.
* Litter picking and general grounds maintenance to keep the venue safe, clean and attractive.
* Support sports maintenance tasks as required and operate a range of grounds equipment.
* Drive a vehicle and tow where necessary, using appropriate equipment safely.
What You'll Need to Do The Role
* Similar grounds maintenance experience and a full driving licence (you will be using ride-on mower and may need to tow).
* Experience using pedestrian rotary mowers, strimmers, hand blowers, hedge cutters and various hand tools.
* -desirable- NPTC PA1 & PA6; training can be provided for the right candidate.
If you meet the above criteria, please apply today.
Why Serco
* Meaningful and vital work: delivering essential services that touch people’s lives.
* A world of opportunity: UK-wide operations with opportunities to learn and develop.
* Great people: a supportive, diverse environment with resources to help you succeed.
What We Offer
* Free membership at the Centre, plus discounted use of classes and facilities.
* Free safeguarding training and DBS checks.
* Excellent development and training opportunities with the in-house Aquatic Training Academy.
* 6% employer matched pension contribution.
* 25 days annual leave + Public Holidays.
* Life assurance up to 2x base salary.
* Additional leisure benefits available.
Other Information
Serco/Serco Leisure Operating Limited are appointed as the Trust’s Managing Agents. The Trust is committed to equal opportunities. Applicants should contact the Recruitment Team on 0345 010 4000 if they have queries or need additional time to submit an application. DBS checks will be performed where appropriate.
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