Grounds Maintenance Operative

The Best Connection; Rochester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading staffing agency is seeking a motivated Grounds Maintenance Operative for hands-on roles in Medway. You will perform various maintenance tasks, including grass cutting and hedge trimming, and must have a valid UK driving licence and experience in grounds maintenance. The position offers a competitive hourly rate and opportunities for overtime and progression.

Benefits

Competitive hourly rate

Regular overtime opportunities

Full uniform and PPE provided

Supportive working environment

Qualifications

• Must hold a valid UK driving licence.
• Previous experience in grounds maintenance or horticulture.
• Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Carry out grass cutting and hedge trimming.
• Maintain tools and ensure safety procedures are followed.
• Perform planting, weeding, and pruning tasks.

Skills

Grass cutting

Hedge trimming

Pesticide application (PA1/PA6)

Use of ride-on mowers

Attention to detail

Tools

Ride-on mower

Strimmer

Hedge cutter

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Grounds Maintenance Operative

Location: Medway

Hours: Monday - Friday, 07:00 - 16:30 (overtime available)

Pay: £12.50

• Overtime paid after 37.5 hours per week
• Saturday: Time and a half
• Sunday: Double time

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Grounds Maintenance Operative to join our team. This is a hands-on role carrying out a variety of grounds maintenance tasks across different sites. You will need to be reliable, hardworking, and able to work both independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Grass cutting, hedge trimming, strimming, blowing, and general grounds upkeep.
• Planting, weeding, pruning, and other horticultural duties.
• Use of ride-on mowers, pedestrian mowers, strimmers, hedge cutters, and other relevant machinery.
• Ensuring all tools, equipment, and machinery are used safely and maintained to a high standard.
• Following health and safety procedures at all times.

Requirements

• Must hold a valid UK driving licence and have own transport.
• Relevant tickets/certifications preferred, such as:
  • PA1/PA6 (pesticide application).
  • Ride-on mower or brushcutter/strimmer certificates.
• Previous experience in grounds maintenance, landscaping, or horticulture.
• Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Strong work ethic and attention to detail.

What We Offer

• Competitive hourly rate.
• Regular overtime opportunities with enhanced pay.
• Full uniform and PPE provided.
• Supportive working environment with potential for progression.