Driver Caretaker

Class 1 Personnel; Greater London; On-site; GBP 1,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Driver Caretaker to join their grounds maintenance team. This full-time position involves working across various council-managed sites, ensuring they remain clean and beautiful. Responsibilities include general grounds maintenance, operating landscaping tools, and keeping outdoor areas tidy. Ideal candidates will possess a Full UK Driving Licence and have a passion for outdoor work. Join this vibrant team to make a positive impact on your community while enjoying a structured schedule and opportunities for overtime.

Qualifications

• Experience in grounds maintenance preferred for public sector work.
• Ability to use tools safely; training can be provided.

Responsibilities

• Perform general grounds maintenance including mowing and weeding.
• Plant and maintain flowers, shrubs, and trees.

Skills

Grounds Maintenance

Time Management

Attention to Detail

Physical Fitness

Tool Safety

Education

Full UK Driving Licence

PA1 & PA6 Certificates

Tools

Lawn Mowers

Strimmer

Hand Tools

Power Tools

Job description

Driver Caretaker

Work Location: Leyton E10 5NN, Leytonstone E11 3HF, and Walthamstow E17 4JF (and surrounding areas)
Pay Rate: £14 per hour

Industry: Public Sector and Government

We're looking for reliable, hard-working Driver Caretaker to join our busy grounds maintenance team. This is a full-time role working across a variety of council-managed and public sites.

Areas You'll Cover:

• Fire Stations
• Libraries
• Wedding Venues
• Council Offices
• Council Sites

Schedule:

• Full-time | Monday to Friday | 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
• 2-week site rotation
• Overtime and weekend availability
• Holiday cover may be required

Key Responsibilities:

• General grounds maintenance (mowing, edging, weeding)
• Planting and maintaining flowers, shrubs, and trees
• Using hand and power tools for landscaping tasks
• Operating and maintaining equipment (lawn mowers, strimmer)
• Keeping outdoor areas clean and debris-free

Requirements:

• Experience in grounds maintenance preferred to work for Public Sector and Government
• Ability to use tools safely (training can be provided)
• Physically fit to work outdoors in all conditions
• Good time management and attention to detail
• Full UK Driving Licence - required
• PA1 & PA6 certificates - preferred

Main Locations: Leyton E10 5NN, Leytonstone E11 3HF, and Walthamstow E17 4JF (plus other local areas)

Apply now to work as a Driver Caretaker and help us keep our surroundings green, clean, and beautiful!