Grounds Maintenance Operative

Connect2Dorset; Dorchester; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Connect2Dorset is seeking a Grounds Maintenance Officer in Dorchester for a temporary two-month contract. This outdoor, hands-on role requires 37 hours per week at £13.70 per hour.

You will perform grass cutting, hedge trimming and general upkeep of public spaces, operating tools and machinery safely. A full UK driving licence is essential, with a strong commitment to public service.

Qualifications

• Previous grounds maintenance or outdoor manual work experience.
• Ability to safely operate grounds maintenance tools and powered equipment.
• Solid understanding of health and safety practices.
• Strong team-working and reliable attitude.
• Good communication and ability to engage with the public.
• Flexible approach to unplanned tasks.
• Full UK driving licence is essential.

Responsibilities

• Carry out grounds maintenance and landscaping duties across Dorchester.
• Safely operate tools, machinery, vehicles and powered equipment.
• Follow health and safety procedures, including PPE and risk assessments.
• Represent Dorset Council professionally and respond courteously to public enquiries.
• Work outdoors in all weather conditions and undertake physically demanding tasks.
• Support the team with planned and reactive maintenance work as required.

Skills

Grounds maintenance

Health and safety

Public engagement

Teamwork

Communication skills

Driving licence

Job description

Job Title: Grounds Maintenance Officer

Location: Dorchester

Contract Type: Temporary (2 months)

Salary: £13.70 per hour

Hours: 37 hours per week

Connect2Dorset is the managed service provider for Dorset Council, delivering high-quality temporary, contract, and interim staffing solutions. We pride ourselves on being an ethical, transparent, and people-focused organisation, committed to supporting both our clients and candidates.

About the Role

Working alongside the Grounds Maintenance Team Leader, you will help deliver a range of scheduled grounds and landscape maintenance tasks across the Dorchester area. This is a hands-on outdoor role suited to someone who enjoys physical work, takes pride in maintaining high standards, and is committed to excellent public service.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out a variety of grounds maintenance and landscaping duties, including grass cutting, hedge trimming, and general upkeep of public spaces
• Safely operate tools, machinery, vehicles, and powered equipment
• Follow health and safety procedures, including PPE requirements and risk assessments
• Represent Dorset Council professionally and respond courteously to public enquiries
• Work outdoors in all weather conditions and undertake physically demanding tasks
• Support the team with planned and reactive maintenance work as required

Essential Skills & Requirements

• Previous experience in grounds maintenance, landscaping, or similar outdoor manual work
• Ability to safely use grounds maintenance tools and powered equipment
• Good understanding of health and safety practices
• Strong team-working skills and a positive, reliable attitude
• Good communication skills and ability to engage professionally with members of the public
• Flexible approach to work and willingness to undertake unplanned tasks when needed
• Full UK driving licence (essential)

Ability to commute/relocate:

Connect2Dorset is a trading style of Dorset & Kent Commercial Services LLP - A joint venture between Dorset Council & Commercial Services Kent Ltd. Connect2Dorset is an equal opportunities Employment Agency & Business. It positively encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates