Grounds Maintenance Operative

Mitie; Kinloss; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Mitie in Kinloss, Scotland, is seeking a Grounds Maintenance Operative to maintain outdoor spaces to a high standard. The role is permanent, full-time, 40 hours per week, with pay of £13.45 per hour.

Applicants must hold a Full UK Driving Licence and be able to pass BPSS vetting; a PA1/PA6 spraying license is a plus. Ground maintenance experience is desirable but not essential.

Qualifications

• Full UK Driving Licence and BPSS vetting required.
• Grounds maintenance experience desirable but not essential.
• PAI & PA6 spraying license is a plus.
• Good understanding of smartphone technology and flexible outdoor work.

Responsibilities

• Carry out grass and hedge cutting, border maintenance, leaf clearing, spraying, and litter picking.
• Operate hand tools and powered horticultural machinery safely and effectively.
• Deliver winter services including gritting, snow clearance, and Christmas tree installation.
• Report site hazards and relevant information to management.
• Follow health and safety procedures and undertake additional training as required.

Skills

Outdoor work

Smartphone skills

Grounds maintenance

Driving licence

Education

Full UK Driving Licence

PAI & PA6 spraying license

Tools

Horticultural machinery

Job description

At Mitie we bring out the best in places. Unlocking their potential so that everyone looks forward to using them and can do their best work in them. From offices and shopping centres to hospitals and airports, we create better places for the communities we serve to thrive.

We're looking for a Grounds Maintenance Operative who will deliver excellent service standards, while meeting SLA agreements and maintaining outdoor spaces to the highest quality.

Contract: PermanentType: Full TimeHours: 40 hours per weekPay £13.45 per hourLocation: KinlossRequirement: Full UK Driving Licence, must pass BPSS vetting

Role Responsibilities:

• -Carry out grass and hedge cutting, border maintenance, leaf clearing, spraying, and litter picking
• -Operate hand tools and powered horticultural machinery safely and effectively
• -Deliver winter services including gritting, snow clearance, and Christmas tree installation
• -Report site hazards and relevant information to management
• -Follow health and safety procedures and undertake additional training as required

What we're looking for:

• -Passion for working outdoors in agile and flexible environments
• -Good understanding of smartphone technology
• -Grounds maintenance experience is desirable but not essential
• -PAI & PA6 spraying license is a plus
• -Full UK driving license preferred for roles involving company vehicles