Grounds Maintenance Operative

Manpower Group (UK); Evesham; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Annual leave

Pension scheme

Training & development

Flexible benefits

Job summary

Manpower Group (UK) is looking for a Grounds Maintenance Operative in Evesham, Worcestershire. The role involves outdoor maintenance, with a salary of £26,000 and a 39-hour week on a rotating shift pattern. You will contribute to keeping outdoor spaces well-maintained and safe for use.

Responsibilities include grass cutting, hedge trimming and general grounds upkeep, with a focus on safety and compliance, and support for local Zero Carbon initiatives. A full UK driving licence is required.

Qualifications

• Experience in gardening, landscaping or grounds maintenance.
• Ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions.
• Strong safety awareness and compliance with regulations.

Responsibilities

• Grass cutting, hedge trimming, leaf clearance and litter picking.
• Weed spraying and general planting, pruning and seeding.
• Light landscaping and tree-care duties.
• Setting out and maintaining sports pitches (grass, tarmac & synthetic).
• Equipment checks and safe operation of light plant and power tools.
• Erecting and dismantling equipment.
• Painting and basic repairs to outdoor equipment.
• Drainage works and general grounds upkeep.

Skills

Grounds maintenance

Driving licence

Outdoor work

Health & safety

Job description

Grounds Maintenance Operative
Evesham, Worcestershire
Salary: £26,000
39 hours per week | Rotating shift pattern

Are you someone who enjoys working outdoors, takes pride in maintaining clean, safe, and well?kept environments, and is looking for a stable, long?term career?
We're offering a fantastic opportunity to join our team as a Grounds Maintenance Operative, helping us deliver essential facilities services for one of the UK's most important sectors.
As part of our dedicated team, you'll play a vital role in keeping the grounds operating to the highest standards.

The Role

You'll work as part of the facilities team delivering a wide range of outdoor maintenance and horticultural tasks, including:

• Grass cutting, hedge trimming, leaf clearance and litter picking


• Weed spraying and general planting, pruning and seeding


• Light landscaping and tree?care duties


• Setting out and maintaining sports pitches (grass, tarmac & synthetic)


• Equipment checks and safe operation of light plant and power tools


• Erecting and dismantling equipment


• Painting and basic repairs to outdoor equipment


• Drainage works and general grounds upkeep


• Supporting local and business Zero Carbon initiatives


• Ensuring high standards of safety and compliance across the grounds

Every day will be varied, hands?on and outdoors - ideal for someone who enjoys practical work and takes pride in creating well?maintained spaces.

The Responsibilities

We're looking for someone dependable, proactive and safety conscious, with:

• A full UK driving licence


• Experience in gardening, landscaping or grounds maintenance


• Weed?spraying certificate (PA1/PA6 desirable)


• Confidence operating light machinery, equipment and wheeled tractors


• Strong understanding of health and safety legislation


• Chainsaw-related qualifications (CS30, CS31 or CS34)


• Ability to work well in a team and follow safe working practices


• Security Clearance is required

The Benefits

• Competitive salary with annual review potential


• 24+ days holiday plus bank holidays (with the option to buy more)


• Generous pension scheme with additional employer contributions


• Comprehensive training & development, including funded leadership programmes


• Clear progression pathways across FM and supervisory roles


• Access to flexible benefits: insurance options, Cycle2Work, discounted gyms


• Exclusive retail & wellbeing discounts via our online portal


• Two paid Social Impact Days each year for volunteering


• Family-friendly policies and supportive workplace culture


• Free on?site parking and catering facilities