Grounds Maintenance Operative

ZipRecruiter; Nailsea; On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the grounds maintenance sector in the UK seeks a Grounds Maintenance Operative for their team in Nailsea. This permanent, full-time position offers an excellent opportunity to work on diverse projects, ensuring the beauty and maintenance of outdoor spaces. Join us to develop your skills in a supportive environment and enjoy a comprehensive benefits package including career advancement opportunities, holiday, and wellbeing benefits.

Benefits

21 days holiday plus bank holidays

Enhanced maternity and shared parental leave

Support for personal and professional challenges

Discounts on retail, holidays, gym memberships, and more

Resources to manage your finances

Colleague of the month and annual awards

Two days per year to support a cause of your choice

Qualifications

• Previous Grounds Maintenance experience is required.
• A full valid UK manual driving license is essential.
• PA1 and PA6 licenses are desirable.

Responsibilities

• Keep grounds in excellent condition through mowing, strimming, and maintenance tasks.
• Conduct litter picking and other related horticultural duties.

Skills

Physical fitness

Safety-conscious mindset

Can-do attitude

Job description

Job Description

Job title: Grounds Maintenance Operative
Location: Nailsea & surrounding area
Hourly Rate: £12.40-£12.75 DOE
Contract type: Permanent, full-time
Working hours: Monday - Friday 07:30-15:30

About the role

We currently require Grounds Maintenance Operatives to join our team in Nailsea to work on our Tesco contract within the region. You will keep grounds in an excellent condition for our client through grass cutting; using a ride on and pedestrian mower, strimming, pruning, weeding, shrub and border maintenance, litter picking and any other related horticultural duties.

This is a great opportunity to develop your skills, gain valuable experience, and grow with us in a friendly and encouraging environment.

Requirements

• Previous Grounds Maintenance experience is required.




• A full valid UK manual driving license is essential.




• Can-do attitude and safety-conscious mindset.




• Physically fit and able to work outdoors in all weather conditions.




• PA1 and PA6 licenses are desirable.

Why join us?

As the UK's leading grounds maintenance and landscape creation provider, no two projects are ever the same - and neither are our people. That's why we're committed to nurturing a diverse and inclusive culture where everyone can thrive.

What we offer

• We offer career advancement and development opportunities through our bespoke apprenticeship programmes, our extensive in-house training academy, and coaching and mentorship.




• Join a diverse and inclusive workplace where you can collaborate with passionate and talented individuals.




• Contribute to projects that make a real difference in the community and environment.




• We recognise and reward your hard work with our wide-ranging benefits package designed to prioritise your wellbeing, support life choices, and help in both good and challenging times.

Benefits

• 21 days holiday plus bank holidays.




• Enhanced maternity and shared parental leave.




• Support for personal and professional challenges.




• Discounts on retail, holidays, gym memberships, and more.




• Resources to manage your finances.




• Secure your future.




• Colleague of the month and annual awards.




• Two days per year to support a cause of your choice.




• Comprehensive resources and support.

About idverde

We are Europe's largest provider of grounds maintenance services and landscape creation, in the UK alone we're a community of over 3,000 passionate colleagues shaping the future of the green industry.

At idverde, we understand what it means to grow. Our history dates back to 1919, and today, with a turnover of £250 million, we're more than just a company - we're a force for positive change. We offer a range of services to create, maintain, and manage landscapes across the UK.

Grow with us, and together we'll create a greener future for all.

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