Estates Grounds Maintenance Specialist

Paradigm Housing; Norton-on-Derwent; On-site; GBP 34,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing housing association is looking for an Estates Operative to maintain clean and safe estates across Hertfordshire, Bedfordshire, and Cambridgeshire. The role involves grounds-maintenance, waste removal, and providing a healthy environment for residents. Strong communication skills, grounds-maintenance experience, and a clean driving licence are essential. This full-time position offers a salary of £33,767.96 and various benefits, including a generous pension scheme and opportunities for training and development.

Benefits

25 days holiday, increasing with service

Generous pension scheme

Health cash plan

Flexible working options

Paid volunteering days

Qualifications

• Must have grounds-maintenance experience and understanding of Health & Safety.
• Full Clean Driving Licence is required.
• Must be physically fit enough for manual handling tasks.

Responsibilities

• Deliver grounds-maintenance and waste removal services.
• Conduct inspections and maintain safety on estates.
• Work effectively both individually and as part of a team.

Skills

Experience of grounds-maintenance

Health & Safety knowledge

Good communication skills

Ability to work in a team

Capacity for manual handling

Education

Recognised horticultural qualification

PA1 / PA6a Spraying Certification

Tools

Towing trailers experience

Job description

A growing housing association is looking for an Estates Operative to maintain clean and safe estates across Hertfordshire, Bedfordshire, and Cambridgeshire. The role involves grounds-maintenance, waste removal, and providing a healthy environment for residents. Strong communication skills, grounds-maintenance experience, and a clean driving licence are essential. This full-time position offers a salary of £33,767.96 and various benefits, including a generous pension scheme and opportunities for training and development.