Grounds Maintenance Operative

Egis Group; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading environmental services firm in the UK is looking for a dedicated L&E Operative to carry out essential landscaping tasks along the M40 motorway. The role offers a full-time position with an average 42-hour workweek, which includes night shifts. Ideal candidates will have relevant certifications and experience in landscaping or forestry. The company values safety and environmental awareness, making it a rewarding work environment.

Qualifications

• Willingness to obtain Lantra Certification in Chainsaw Maintenance and Felling.
• Full UK Driving Licence supported by training.
• Experience in Landscaping, Forestry, Gardening, or Arboriculture.

Responsibilities

• Participate in daily briefings and training for safety practices.
• Promote health, safety, and environmental awareness.
• Perform various landscaping tasks like grass cutting and tree felling.
• Complete documentation accurately and keep vehicles clean.
• Maintain equipment and report faults promptly.

Skills

Crisis Management

Groundskeeping

Lawn Care

Management Experience

Facilities Management

Landscape Maintenance

Horticulture

Irrigation

Maintenance

Operations Management

Gardening

Supervising Experience

Education

Lantra Certification in Chainsaw Maintenance and Felling

Full UK Driving Licence

Job description

Join our dedicated Landscape and Ecology team responsible for maintaining the 123km stretch of the M40 motorway.

As an L&E Operative you will carry out essential environmental and landscaping tasks to ensure the safety sustainability and visual quality of the motorway corridor. This role includes night shifts and may involve additional duties for which you are suitably trained.

Working Hours & Compensation :

Average 42-hour working week

Optional overtime available

Day and night shifts depending on work

Key Responsibilities :

Participate in daily briefings and scheduled training to ensure safe and sustainable work practices

Promote a positive culture around health safety and environmental awareness

Report hazards and safety concerns to the Team Leader or Foreman

Perform a variety of landscaping and ecological tasks including : Grass cutting and strimming Tree felling and arborist duties Hedgerow and ditch clearance Pond management Application of pesticides (as trained)

Maintain professional conduct at all times

Ensure machinery and equipment are in good working order; report faults promptly

Conduct daily vehicle checks before starting network activities

Complete and submit task-related documentation accurately

Keep vehicles clean and organized

Maintain Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) in good condition

Report near misses and hazards promptly

Training & Development :

You will be required to complete and pass the Lantra hierarchy of courses to qualify for work on high-speed roads and to perform landscaping and ecology tasks to a high standard. Training will be provided as needed.

Desired Qualifications & Experience :

Lantra Certification in Chainsaw Maintenance and Felling (or willingness to obtain)

Full UK Driving Licence (training support available)

Experience in one or more of the following :

Landscaping Forestry Gardening Arboriculture

Additional Information :

We are an Equal Opportunities employer and we strive to build a workforce that truly reflects the communities we represent. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds regardless of age disability gender gender identity gender expression race religion or belief sexual orientation socioeconomic background and any other protected characteristic. If you decide to apply for an opportunity with us your application will be assessed based purely on your experience the essential and desirable criteria and your suitability for the role. We value each and every ones contribution as this builds our culture and means that if you work with us you will be included listened to and respected.

• Please note to be considered for this role you must be based in the UK and must already be able to legally work in the UK. We are unable to offer or provide sponsorship for this position

You must be willing to undertake a DBS check if you are successful.

Remote Work : No

Employment Type : Full-time

Key Skills

Crisis Management, Groundskeeping, Lawn Care, Management Experience, Facilities Management, Landscape Maintenance, Horticulture, Irrigation, Maintenance, Operations Management, Gardening, Supervising Experience

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1