Estate Grounds & Garden Care Specialist

West Yorkshire Combined Authority; West Midlands; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave 26 days + bank holidays

Pension with Citizen matching up to 10

Health insurance and wellness programs

Flexible working hours

Job summary

Citizen Housing Group in the West Midlands is seeking a Grounds Maintenance Operative - Gardener to keep estates neat, tidy and well-maintained. You’ll cut grass, trim hedges, prune shrubs and manage green waste across our communities.

You will operate ride-on and pedestrian mowers, use strimmers and weed-control methods, and support seasonal planting while adhering to safety and DBS requirements. The role is permanent with 37 hours per week.

Qualifications

• You must be able to drive a manual company vehicle.
• This post is subject to a Basic DBS check.

Responsibilities

• Take pride in delivering high-quality grass cutting across our estates and communal areas.
• Responsible for safe removal and disposal of green waste.
• Prune hedges and bushes, shaping and trimming to keep landscapes healthy and attractive.
• Use strimmers and powered tools to edge borders and hard-to-reach spots.
• Carry out effective weed control using approved methods.
• Prune shrubs and seasonal planting to create colourful outdoor spaces.
• Maintain safe estates through regular litter picking and tidying.
• Assist with light repairs and maintenance of paved areas.

Tools

PA1 & PA6 spraying licence

Banksman training

Licence to drive a trailer

Job description

Citizen Housing Group in the West Midlands is seeking a Grounds Maintenance Operative - Gardener to keep estates neat, tidy and well-maintained. You’ll cut grass, trim hedges, prune shrubs and manage green waste across our communities.

You will operate ride-on and pedestrian mowers, use strimmers and weed-control methods, and support seasonal planting while adhering to safety and DBS requirements. The role is permanent with 37 hours per week.