Ground Worker

Wates Group; Redditch; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Fuel card for business use

Training and progression

PPE provided

Job summary

WPS is seeking an experienced Groundworker/Hard Landscaper to join our team in Redditch. You will work across social housing properties, delivering high-quality maintenance and repairs that benefit local communities.

This hands-on role requires initiative, reliability, and a commitment to excellent workmanship and customer service. Responsibilities include installing and repairing paving, brickwork repairs, fencing, and responsive maintenance.

Qualifications

• Full UK driving licence is essential.
• NVQ Level 2 in Groundworks or equivalent experience.
• Experience in domestic, residential or social housing maintenance.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.

Responsibilities

• Install and repair concrete flagging and paving.
• Carry out light brickwork repairs and repointing.
• Renew and install fencing (closeboard, panel, timber).
• Complete responsive maintenance across social housing properties.
• Ensure work is safe, efficient, and high quality.
• Maintain records and communicate with residents and supervisors.

Skills

Driving licence

Groundworks experience

Residential housing experience

Team player

Education

NVQ Level 2 Groundworks

Job description

Location: Redditch

WPS is looking for an experienced and dependable Groundworker/Hard Landscaper to join our growing team. Working across social housing properties in and around Redditch, you will play a key role in delivering high-quality maintenance, repair, and improvement works that make a real difference to local communities.

This is a hands-on position suited to someone with strong groundworks experience, a proactive attitude, and a commitment to delivering excellent workmanship and customer service.

Key Responsibilities

• Install, repair, and relay concrete flagging and paving.
• Carry out light brickwork repairs, repointing, and minor masonry works.
• Renew, repair, and install closeboard, panel, and timber fencing.
• Complete responsive maintenance and repair works across occupied and void social housing properties.
• Ensure all work is completed safely, efficiently, and to a high standard.
• Maintain accurate records and communicate effectively with residents, colleagues, and supervisors.

What We're Looking For

• Full UK Driving Licence (essential).
• NVQ Level 2 in Groundworks, Hard Landscaping, or a related construction trade (or equivalent experience).
• Proven experience working within domestic, residential, or social housing maintenance environments.
• Ability to work independently using your own initiative, as well as collaboratively within a team.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• A commitment to delivering high-quality work and excellent customer service.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary, dependent on experience.
• Company vehicle and fuel card for business use.
• Ongoing training, development, and career progression opportunities.
• Stable, long-term work within a reputable and growing business.
• Supportive team culture with a strong focus on health, safety, and quality.
• Company-provided PPE and necessary equipment.

Given the nature of this position, you will need to undergo a Basic Disclosure and Barring Service Check (DBS) at offer stage. Applicants with criminal convictions will be assessed individually, and we assure you that we do not discriminate based on an applicant's criminal record or the details of any disclosed offenses. Additionally, certain roles may be subject to additional pre-employment checks.

Our Commitments

WPS is proud to be an employer where anyone can thrive, and we welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds. We value transferable skills and assess all applications fairly.

We don't discriminate based on a criminal record; all applications are reviewed on an individual basis against the requirements of the role. Some roles may require additional checks, due to the nature of the work. As a Disability Confident Leader, we offer an interview to applicants with a disability who meet the minimum criteria for the role and opt in to the Disability Confident scheme. Reasonable adjustments are available, please contact us at [e-mail]