Grounds Maintenance Operative

Brightwork Limited; Paisley; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Seasonal role

Public sector

Job summary

Brightwork Limited is seeking a hands-on Grass Cutter/Gardener to support a local authority team in Renfrewshire, with duties including strimming, litter picking, debris collection, and grass cutting. You will ensure safety and compliance while maintaining public spaces.

The role requires experience in outdoor maintenance and the ability to work independently in Scottish weather. A valid driving licence is preferred but not essential; basic disclosure check is required.

Qualifications

• Experience in outdoor maintenance, landscaping, or trade-based role using power tools.
• Ability to work independently in variable Scottish weather.
• Must be able to pass a Basic Disclosure check.

Responsibilities

• Carrying out basic maintenance across public areas in Renfrewshire.
• Travel between sites if required; driving licence preferred but not required.

Skills

Outdoor maintenance

Safety-minded

Independent worker

Basic Disclosure

Power tools

Tools

Landscaping equipment

Job description

Do you enjoy working outdoors and keeping community spaces clean, tidy and well maintained? We are looking for a hands-on Grass Cutter/Gardener to join a local authority team in Renfrewshire. This is a vital role ensuring that public areas are kept safe, tidy, and well maintained, and it is essential for the right candidate to be respectful of the general public while they are working.

Your Time at Work

• Carrying out basic maintenance across public areas in Renfrewshire.
• Traveling between the sites will be part of the day to day for this role, because of this a current driving licence is preferred, however this is not a requirement as alternative travel arrangements can be provided.
• Gardening duties such as strimming, litter picking, debris collection, and grass cutting.
• Adhering to all health and safety requirements including the use of appropriate PPE (this is provided by the local authority).

We are looking for a candidate who has experience within a similar role and has knowledge around using landscaping equipment and tools.

Our Perfect Worker

• Driving Licence: A valid Category B License is desirable for this role, but this is not a requirement.
• Experience: A background in outdoor maintenance, landscaping, or a trade-based role using power tool.
• Compliance: You must be able to pass a Basic Disclosure check.Attitude: A safety-first mindset and the ability to work independently in all Scottish weather!

Key Information and Benefits

• Pay Rate: £13.95 (£14.68 for drivers)
• Hours: 7am - 6pm, 4 days on 4 days off (paid 10.5 hours per day).
• Duration: This is role is seasonal and will be required until October 2026.
• Location: Paisley
• Start Date: As soon as possible.