Gardeners Grounds Maintenance Operatives

Citizen; Worcester; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization as a Gardener – Grounds Maintenance Operative, where you will play a crucial role in enhancing the beauty of estates in Worcester. This exciting position requires a blend of physical endurance and technical skills, as you will operate various gardening equipment and work as part of a dedicated team. With a focus on delivering exceptional service, you will engage in tasks such as grass cutting, hedge shaping, and weed management. The company is committed to employee wellbeing and offers extensive benefits, including generous leave, a pension scheme, and opportunities for professional development. If you are passionate about gardening and making a difference in your community, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Annual leave purchase scheme

Enhanced family leave

Organisational Sick Pay

Generous Pension Scheme

Life cover

Occupational Health

24/7 telephone counselling service

Cashback scheme

Access to Wellbeing initiatives

Extensive learning and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in grounds maintenance and operation of petrol machinery.
• Ability to work in a team and deliver high customer satisfaction.

Responsibilities

• Maintain estates through grass cutting, waste removal, and shrub maintenance.
• Work collaboratively to deliver high standards of service.

Skills

General knowledge of grounds maintenance

Experience with petrol machinery

Ability to undertake physical activities

Teamwork experience

Customer service skills

Basic Health and Safety knowledge

Ability to meet deadlines

Current driving licence

Education

PA1 & PA6 spraying licence

Banksman training

Licence to drive a trailer

Tools

Ride-on mowers

Hedge cutters

Strimmers

Blowers

Job description

Basis: Full Time

Work Pattern: 37 hours per week, Monday to Thursday 7.5 hours and Friday 7 hours

Type: 2 x Permanent

We are looking for gardeners to join our busy grounds maintenance team to maintain our estates in Worcester.

You will be responsible for working as part of a team to deliver this service using various equipment including ride-on and all other mowers, hedge cutters, strimmers, blowers etc. You will be working to a plan on each estate which will enable you to deliver a high standard of service across all areas.

In housing you can make a real difference, the role of Gardeners – Grounds Maintenance Operatives will involve:

• Grass cutting and collection
• Removal and disposal of green waste
• Hedge and bush reduction and shaping
• Strimming
• Weed management
• Shrub maintenance, pruning and planting
• Litter picking
• Maintenance of hard standing areas

As Gardeners – Grounds Maintenance Operatives we need you to have:

• General knowledge of grounds maintenance
• Experience of using appropriate equipment including the operation of petrol machinery and ride on mowers
• Be able to undertake physical activities including lifting of heavy items and working to a high standard
• Experience of working in a team
• Able to maintain work records and reporting
• Experience of dealing with customers and commitment to delivering a high level of customer satisfaction
• Basic Health and Safety knowledge in gardening including the use of chemicals and equipment
• Be able to work to and meet varying deadlines
• Current driving licence

We would be really excited if you have:

• PA1 & PA6 spraying licence
• Banksman training
• Licence to drive a trailer

We will be an employer of choice and invest in our people

To deliver the best services for our customers we need employees who are passionate, committed and engaged. We will create a culture where every individual feels comfortable and confident to be themselves and the wellbeing of our employees is a priority. We will work together as one team and embrace our Citizen values.

Competitive benefits:

• Annual leave purchase scheme – option to buy up to an additional 5 days per year
• Annual leave starts at 25 days per year plus bank holidays
• Enhanced family leave (maternity, paternity and adoption)
• Organisational Sick Pay
• Generous Pension Scheme – The option to contribute 4%, 6% or up to 10% which Citizen will match
• Life cover of three times your annual salary if you join the pension scheme

Health and Wellbeing

• Occupational Health
• EAP – a 24/7 telephone counselling service providing free, confidential advice.
• Cashback scheme – cashback on optical, dental, prescriptions and a range of other medical costs meaning the costs are covered for employees.
• Access to Citizen’s Wellbeing initiatives and Wellbeing platform

Learning and Development

• Extensive learning and development opportunities.
• Opportunity to study for a professional qualification

Here at Citizen, our purpose is to provide homes that are a foundation for life.

With over fifty years of experience, we have grown to be one of the UK’s most trusted social housing providers, Citizen owns and manages 30,000 homes for diverse communities across the West Midlands, from urban tower blocks to rural villages and towns.

This post is subject to a Basic DBS check (Disclosure and Barring Service).

Closing date: 17th February 2025

Interview date: 24th February 2025

Please note we will be reviewing applications throughout the campaign and may invite candidates to interview at any time.