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Grounds Maintenance Operative

Parkwood Holdings Limited

Midsomer Norton

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Benefits offered by this job

Free gym membership
Training and development opportunities
Exclusive discounts

Job summary

Parkwood Holdings Limited in Midsomer Norton is hiring a Grounds Maintenance Operative. This full‑time fixed‑term role offers £13.45 per hour and involves maintaining green spaces across the South West. Candidates should be enthusiastic and adaptable, with a passion for outdoor work.

The position comes with benefits including gym membership, training opportunities, and exclusive discounts. Responsibilities include landscaping tasks, operating machinery, and ensuring safety on site.

Qualifications

  • Eager to learn and adapt to new challenges.
  • Punctual and reliable in all aspects of work.
  • Willing to lead or work independently in outdoor conditions.

Responsibilities

  • Manage productivity and keep accurate time records.
  • Safely operate vehicles and machinery, perform checks.
  • Mow, plant, trim hedges, and conduct landscaping tasks.

Skills

Positive attitude
Reliability
Team-player mindset
Passion for outdoor work
Adaptability with tools

Education

Full, clean UK driving licence

Job description

Grounds Maintenance Operative

Working from our Paulton depot, BS39 7SW – £13.45 P/H. Full‑time fixed‑term contract for 40 hours a week until 16/10/2026, with option to extend to full‑time employment.

Do you want to play a vital role in maintaining green spaces across the South West? Are you reliable, enthusiastic, and eager to grow?

Whether you’re starting your career or looking for a fresh opportunity, we want to hear from you! At Glendale, we’re passionate about creating beautiful outdoor spaces and we are looking for team members who share our commitment to quality and care.

Benefits
  • A competitive rate: £13.45 per hour from 1st May.
  • Free gym membership at your local Parkwood Leisure Centre for you and a nominated person.
  • Training and development opportunities.
  • Exclusive discounts on travel, shopping, cinema tickets, and more.
  • Health and wellbeing support through mental health schemes.
  • Career progression opportunities.
  • Bank holidays and weekends off; overtime available.
Qualifications
  • A positive attitude, eager to learn and adapt.
  • Reliability and punctuality.
  • Team‑player mindset.
  • A passion for outdoor work in all seasons.
  • Willingness to lead or work independently.
  • Adaptability with different tools and machinery.
  • Full, clean UK driving licence; trailer‑towing experience is a bonus.
Responsibilities
  • Take responsibility for worksite productivity, time‑keeping and public interaction.
  • Operate vehicles, machinery and equipment safely, performing routine checks and maintenance.
  • Complete a variety of tasks, including mowing, planting, hedge trimming and general landscaping.
  • Contribute to the team’s success with a "can‑do" attitude.
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