Grounds Maintenance Operative

Mitie; Coventry; On-site; GBP 26,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading facilities management company is seeking a Grounds Maintenance Operative in Coventry. You will maintain the canal network, focusing on grass and hedge cutting, while reporting site conditions. This role demands a passion for the outdoors and good smartphone skills, ensuring efficient operations. Benefits include competitive pay, overtime opportunities, and comprehensive training. Join us in protecting vital waterways for nature and the community.

Benefits

Competitive rates of pay

Opportunity to earn overtime

28 days annual leave

Life assurance

Pension scheme

Company Uniform and PPE provided

Personal investment in training and development

Qualifications

• Passion for working outdoors and maintaining environments.
• Prepared to work flexibly and adaptively in various conditions.
• Good understanding of smartphone technology essential.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the canal network including grass and hedge cutting.
• Provide management with relevant reports and information.
• Operate vehicles and machinery safely per health & safety practices.
• Undergo training as required.

Skills

Grounds Maintenance experience

Passion for working outdoors

Understanding of smartphone technology

Agile and flexible working

Job description

Job Title: Grounds Maintenance Operative
Hourly Rate of Pay: £12.60
Position Type: Permanent
Type of Employment: Full Time
Total Weekly Contractual Hours: 40
Location: Regional Recruitment - Coventry, West Midlands, England, CV1 2GT
Requirement: Full UK Driving License

About the Company

Mitie Landscapes has an exciting opportunity to join our team at the UK's market leading FM company. Reporting to the Contracts Manager, you will be supporting them in ensuring the team delivers exceptional service every day. You will be working in partnership with Canal & River Trust, the UK's largest canal charity, who care for a 2,000-mile network of stunning canals and navigable rivers, connecting many of the UK's urban and rural areas, providing essential spaces for wildlife and people, helping us all feel happier and healthier. The 250-year-old waterways in our care - the canals, embankments, culverts and reservoirs as well as the bridges, locks and towpaths - and their vital ecosystems are threatened by the growing impact of climate change and more extreme weather. They need constant upkeep and investment. Without it, they face decline and closure, and we risk losing the incredible benefits they bring. Together, with your active support, we can keep canals alive and protect waterways for nature to thrive and everyone to enjoy.

Responsibilities

• Maintaining the Canal network including grass cutting & hedge cutting.
• Providing management with relevant information and reporting as required, including reporting any site hazards.
• Operating all vehicles, machinery and equipment in accordance with Health & Safety procedures.
• Undertaking training as and when required.

Qualifications

• A passion for working outdoors.
• Prepared to work in an agile and flexible working environment.
• A good understanding of smartphone technology.
• Grounds Maintenance experience.

Benefits

• Competitive rates of pay.
• Opportunity to earn overtime.
• 28 days annual leave including bank holidays prorated over term of contract.
• Life assurance.
• Pension scheme.
• Company Uniform and PPE provided.
• Personal investment in training and development.