Estate Technician - Grounds & Maintenance Pro

Sanctuary Property Services; Welwyn Garden City; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

A community service organization in Welwyn Garden City is seeking an Estate Technician to undertake repairs, grounds maintenance, and general cleaning. This role requires basic repair knowledge, health and safety compliance, and a valid UK driving licence. The ideal candidate will possess a BICS cleaning certificate or an NVQ in Horticulture and demonstrate strong customer service skills. The position offers significant benefits, including an attractive salary, annual leave, and various employee support programs.

Benefits

25 days annual leave plus public holidays

Pension scheme with employer contributions

Life Assurance

Cycle to Work scheme

Employee discounts

Wellbeing support and tools

Employee recognition scheme

Qualifications

• Experience of undertaking grounds maintenance, caretaking, and basic repairs.
• Willingness to work towards required qualifications and certifications.
• Ability to maintain tools and equipment in good condition.

Responsibilities

• Undertake basic repairs, grounds maintenance, and general cleaning.
• Provide accurate and timely information on service progress.
• Respond to complaints and service delivery breakdowns.
• Maintain tools and equipment in good condition.
• Comply with safety guidelines during hazardous tasks.

Skills

British institute certificate in cleaning services (BICS)

Pesticide Application Certificate PA1 – PA6

Literacy and numeracy equivalent to grade C GCSE English and Maths

Working knowledge of grounds maintenance

Experience with hand tools and light machinery

Full valid UK manual driving licence

Education

NVQ 2 in Horticulture or similar

Job description

A community service organization in Welwyn Garden City is seeking an Estate Technician to undertake repairs, grounds maintenance, and general cleaning. This role requires basic repair knowledge, health and safety compliance, and a valid UK driving licence. The ideal candidate will possess a BICS cleaning certificate or an NVQ in Horticulture and demonstrate strong customer service skills. The position offers significant benefits, including an attractive salary, annual leave, and various employee support programs.