Grounds Maintenance Operative

Sanctuary Group; Ipswich; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave

Pension scheme with employer

Life Assurance

Employee Advice Service

Cycle to Work scheme

Voluntary health plans

Wellbeing support and tools

Staff Networks

Job summary

Sanctuary Property Services is seeking a Grounds Maintenance Operative to maintain communal gardens and green spaces in Ipswich. The role involves outdoor work, operating basic landscaping equipment, and keeping areas clean and safe for residents.

You will join a friendly team and play a key role in delivering high-quality outdoor environments. A valid UK driving licence and prior experience are preferred, with a commitment to safety and customer service.

Qualifications

• Literacy and numeracy equivalent to grade C GCSE English and Maths.
• Pesticide PA1-PA6 (or willingness to work towards) is required.
• Recent experience in a similar grounds maintenance role is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintaining communal gardens and green spaces to a high standard.
• Carrying out grounds maintenance in line with service standards.
• Operating landscaping equipment safely and effectively.
• Recording work completed and informing customers of progress.
• Responding to service issues and resolving them promptly.

Skills

GCSE English & Maths

Pesticide PA1-PA6

Machinery operation

Full UK driving licence

English proficiency

Education

GCSE English & Maths

Job description

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Inclusion is one of our core values. Our goal is to be a diverse, inclusive organisation where our people thrive and meet our customers' needs with fairness and empathy. We know having a range of ideas and opinions makes a difference. We encourage and welcome applications from people from diverse backgrounds to support this mission. We will make adjustments throughout your application process, in line with Sanctuary's commitment to our Disability Confident employer status.

Grounds Maintenance Operative

£26,442 - £27,833 per year

40 hours per week - Monday to Friday, 8:00am - 16:30pm

Do you enjoy working outdoors and take pride in keeping green spaces looking their best?

We're looking for a Grounds Maintenance Operative to join our friendly team in Ipswich. If you enjoy working in the fresh air, have a practical approach to work and want to make a visible difference to local communities, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

At Sanctuary Property Services, you'll play a key role in maintaining attractive, safe and welcoming outdoor environments for our customers. Every day will be different, and you'll be part of a supportive team that takes pride in delivering high-quality services across our estates.

The role of Grounds Maintenance Operative will include:

• Maintaining communal gardens and green spaces to a high standard using basic horticultural practices
• Carrying out grounds maintenance work in line with agreed service standards
• Operating a range of landscaping and grounds maintenance equipment safely and effectively
• Recording work completed accurately and keeping customers informed of progress where required
• Responding positively to service issues and helping to resolve them quickly and professionally
• Ensuring all tools, machinery and equipment remain safe, serviceable and fit for purpose
• Carrying out spraying duties safely and in accordance with relevant regulations and guidelines
• Supporting with additional tasks including garden clearances and bulk waste removal when required

Skills and experiences:

• Literacy and numeracy equivalent to grade C GCSE English and Maths
• Pesticide Application Certificate PA1 - PA6 (or equivalent) or willing to work towards
• Recent experience of undertaking a similar role
• Some practical experience of operating machinery
• Good understanding of written and spoken English
• This role will involve driving on company business. In order to drive a company vehicle, drivers must hold a full valid UK driving licence

About us

We provide in-house repairs and maintenance for a wide range of properties, as part of a not-for-profit organisation. We foster a diverse and inclusive culture. Our customers are at the heart of all we do, and colleagues help make a real difference to people's lives.

As part of our commitment to making Sanctuary a great place to work, where your wellbeing is of genuine importance, we have developed an attractive employment package. The package recognises your contribution, supports your physical, mental and financial health and gives you the flexibility to tailor your employee benefits by offering:

• 25 days annual leave (rising to a maximum of 30 days) plus public holidays
• A pension scheme with employer contributions from Sanctuary
• Life Assurance
• Employee Advice Service including counselling
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Voluntary health plans
• Wellbeing support and tools
• Staff Networks, with a shared interest in inclusion, and who provide invaluable support to colleagues
• £26,442 per annum (rising to £27,833 per annum after 12 months, subject to satisfactory performance)

If you're unsure about any details, have questions about the role or want to discuss a need for adjustments, our fantastic talent team will be happy to help you – [e-mail]

We reserve the right depending on application numbers to close or extend the closing dates for positions; we would therefore recommend an early application.

We work closely with the Home Office in order to prevent unlawful working.

Sanctuary Maintenance Contractors Limited is a subsidiary of Sanctuary Housing Association, an exempt charity.