Grounds Maintenance Operative

Mitie Group plc.; Birkenhead; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

Mitie Group plc. in Birkenhead is seeking a Grounds Maintenance Operative to service SPEN contracts, performing grass and hedge maintenance, leaf clearing, spraying and litter picking. A full UK driving licence is preferred.

The role is permanent, part-time with 40 hours weekly, based in Birkenhead and surrounding Wirral areas, with training and safety procedures provided on onboarding.

Qualifications

• Grounds maintenance experience is desirable but not essential.
• PAI & PA6 spraying license is a plus.
• Full UK driving license preferred for roles involving company vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Working on SPEN Contract, servicing 30 substations daily around Wirral and Chester.
• Carry out grass and hedge cutting, border maintenance, leaf clearing, spraying, and litter picking.
• Operate hand tools and powered horticultural machinery safely and effectively.
• Deliver winter services including gritting, snow clearance, and Christmas tree installation.
• Report site hazards and relevant information to management.
• Follow health and safety procedures and undertake additional training as required.

Skills

Outdoors

Smartphone skills

Grounds maintenance experience

Spraying license

Full UK driving license

Job description

At Mitie we bring out the best in places. Unlocking their potential so that everyone looks forward to using them and can do their best work in them. From offices and shopping centres to hospitals and airports, we create better places for the communities we serve to thrive.

Job Tittle : Grounds Maintenance Operative
Rate of pay: £13.80 per hour
Position Type: Permanent
Employment Type: Part Time
Total Weekly Contractual Hours: 40 hours
Location: Birkenhead, Birkenhead, Merseyside, England, CH41 9BU

Important : Full UK driving license

Role Responsibilities:

• Working on SPEN Contract, servicing 30 substations daily around Wirral and Chester
• Carry out grass and hedge cutting, border maintenance, leaf clearing, spraying, and litter picking
• Operate hand tools and powered horticultural machinery safely and effectively
• Deliver winter services including gritting, snow clearance, and Christmas tree installation
• Report site hazards and relevant information to management
• Follow health and safety procedures and undertake additional training as required

What we're looking for:

• Passion for working outdoors in agile and flexible environments
• Good understanding of smartphone technology
• Grounds maintenance experience is desirable but not essential
• PAI & PA6 spraying license is a plus
• Full UK driving license preferred for roles involving company vehicle.