Estates and Facilities Officer (Groundsperson)

Coleg Y Cymoedd; Hengoed; Hybrid; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Coleg y Cymoedd is seeking a Grounds Person for our Ystrad Mynach Campus in Wales. The role is full-time and involves maintaining the College grounds, operating grass-cutting machinery and supporting the Estates & Facilities team.

You will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check and, for roles involving direct learner interaction, registration with the Education Workforce Council (EWC) is mandatory. Flexible working options may be discussed during recruitment.

Qualifications

• Experience in grounds maintenance and outdoor space upkeep.
• Ability to operate grass-cutting machinery safely and efficiently.
• Willingness to participate in out-of-hours rota and key-holding duties.

Responsibilities

• Maintain College grounds and outdoor spaces to a safe, attractive standard.
• Operate grass-cutting machinery and related equipment.
• Support Estates & Facilities team with required duties.
• Take part in out-of-hours rota for intruder and fire alarm call-outs.
• Occasionally travel to other College sites as needed.

Skills

Grounds maintenance

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Tools

Grass-cutting machinery

Grounds maintenance equipment

Job description

As a Grounds Person, you will work on a full-time shift basis, primarily based at Ystrad Mynach Campus. The role is focused on maintaining the College's grounds and outdoor spaces, including the safe operation of grass-cutting machinery and associated grounds maintenance equipment, ensuring the campus remains safe, attractive and well-presented throughout the year. Alongside seasonal grounds maintenance duties, you will support the wider Estates & Facilities team by undertaking a range of Estates responsibilities as required, helping to maintain safe, secure and compliant learning environments across the College. The role includes key-holding responsibilities and participation in an out-of-hours rota for intruder and fire alarm call-outs. Whilst predominantly based at Ystrad Mynach Campus, occasional travel to other College sites may be required to support operational needs, planned maintenance activities and reactive works. Further information: All staff employed at Coleg y Cymoedd have a responsibility to safeguard and promote the welfare of learners, and all those working at the College are expected to uphold this commitment. As part of our safer recruitment processes, all new starters must successfully complete the required pre - employment checks prior to commencing employment. This includes an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. For roles that involve direct interaction with learners, registration with the Education Workforce Council (EWC) is also a mandatory requirement. We are a values driven organisation committed to employing a diverse workforce and fostering an inclusive environment where colleagues are respected and supported to be themselves. We treat every individual with dignity, fairness, and respect. As a Disability Confident Leader, we actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds and communities, particularly in relation to age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, religion and/or belief. We are committed to removing barriers and making our recruitment processes as inclusive and accessible as possible. We welcome applications in both Welsh and English. Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than those submitted in English. If you are a Welsh speaker or learner, we would be delighted to receive your application. Roles at Coleg y Cymoedd are campus - based to support teaching, learner experience and service delivery. Postholders may request flexible working, including limited remote-working , through the College's Flexible Working Process (a statutory day - one right). Requests are considered individually based on role needs and service coverage. Candidates or employees with accessibility or reasonable-adjustment needs are encouraged to discuss these with the People & Culture team.,