Grounds Maintenance Operative
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- Location: Beeston, Nottingham Job Type: Full-Time Salary: £12.71 per hour
- Our client, a well-established facilities management company, is currently seeking an experienced and reliable Grounds Maintenance Operative to join their team.
- This is an excellent opportunity for someone with grounds maintenance or horticultural experience who takes pride in maintaining outdoor environments to a high standard while working safely and efficiently across commercial and public sector sites.
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver planned preventative grounds and horticultural maintenance in line with schedules and industry best practice
- Maintain grassed areas using tractors, ride-on mowers, pedestrian mowers, and strimmers
- Carry out weed control duties, including spot spraying
- Support winter maintenance and gritting operations when required
- Clear litter, leaves, and debris, ensuring drains and gullies remain free from blockages
- Undertake low-level tree pruning and general landscaping duties
- Complete reactive maintenance tasks and report defects to the Grounds Supervisor
- Safely dispose of waste materials in line with company procedures
- Assist with occasional porterage, deliveries, and basic handyperson duties such as touch-up painting
- Maintain accurate QHSE and site records
- Support and escort contractors and visitors on site when required
- Ensure all works are carried out in line with health & safety legislation, company policies, and safe systems of work
Requirements
- Previous experience in grounds maintenance, landscaping, or horticulture
- Experience using ride-on mowers, strimmers, and associated grounds maintenance equipment
- Good understanding of health & safety procedures
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Reliable, hardworking, and professional attitude
- Full UK driving licence preferred
Desirable
- PA1/PA6 spraying certificates
- Experience within facilities management or commercial environments
- Basic maintenance or handyperson skills
What’s on Offer
- Competitive salary
- Ongoing training and development
- Stable, long-term opportunity with a reputable facilities management company
- Supportive working environment
- Opportunity for career progression
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