Grounds Maintenance Operative

Nexus Careers Group Ltd; Melksham; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Nexus Careers Group Ltd in Melksham is seeking an experienced Grounds Maintenance Operative to join our team on a full-time, temporary-to-permanent basis. The role covers a range of outdoor maintenance tasks across gardens and communal areas, with a focus on high standards and reliable teamwork.

You will cut grass, trim hedges, weed and landscape, operate grounds machinery, and maintain outdoor spaces. A full UK driving licence and practical grounds maintenance experience are essential.

Qualifications

• Solid grounds maintenance experience.
• Full UK driving licence is essential.
• Experience using grounds maintenance machinery and equipment.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Good attention to detail and pride in their work.

Responsibilities

• Grass cutting and strimming.
• Hedge trimming and pruning.
• Weeding and general landscaping duties.
• Maintaining gardens, green spaces and communal areas.
• Using grounds maintenance machinery and equipment.
• General upkeep and maintenance of outdoor areas.

Skills

Grounds maintenance experience

Full UK Driving Licence

Experience operating machinery

Independent and team worker

Attention to detail

Job description

Location: Melksham

Pay Rate: £13.50 per hour

Hours: 40 hours per week

Job Type: Full-Time, Temporary to Permanent

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Grounds Maintenance Operative to join the team in Melksham.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with a strong background in grounds maintenance who is looking for a full-time, long-term position, with the potential to become permanent for the right candidate.

The Role

As a Grounds Maintenance Operative, you will be responsible for carrying out a range of general grounds maintenance duties, ensuring outdoor areas are maintained to a high standard.

• Grass cutting and strimming
• Hedge trimming and pruning
• Weeding and general landscaping duties
• Maintaining gardens, green spaces and communal areas
• Using grounds maintenance machinery and equipment
• General upkeep and maintenance of outdoor areas
• Working as part of a team to ensure work is completed to a high standard

The Ideal Candidate

The successful candidate will have:

• Strong previous experience in grounds maintenance
• A full UK Driving Licence - essential
• Experience using grounds maintenance machinery and equipment
• A good understanding of general grounds maintenance practices
• A reliable and hardworking attitude
• The ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Good attention to detail and pride in their work

If you have solid grounds maintenance experience, hold a full UK Driving Licence and are looking for your next full-time opportunity in Melksham, we'd love to hear from you.