Grounds Maintenance Operative

Mitie; Stoke-on-Trent; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A facilities management company in the United Kingdom is seeking a Grounds Maintenance Operative to maintain outdoor spaces to the highest quality. Responsibilities include grass and hedge cutting, litter picking, and operating horticultural machinery. The ideal candidate will be passionate about outdoor work and possess good smartphone technology skills. We offer holiday entitlement, pension contributions, discounts at retailers, and flexible benefits to customize your package.

Benefits

Holiday entitlement and pension contributions

Discounts through MiDeals with over 850 high street retailers

Access to a virtual GP

Financial wellbeing support via Salary Finance

Recognition through Mitie Stars

Qualifications

• Experience in grounds maintenance is desirable but not essential.
• Preferable to have a full UK driving license for roles involving company vehicles.
• PAI & PA6 spraying license is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Carry out grass and hedge cutting, border maintenance, leaf clearing, spraying, and litter picking.
• Operate hand tools and powered horticultural machinery safely and effectively.
• Deliver winter services including gritting and snow clearance.

Skills

Passion for working outdoors

Good understanding of smartphone technology

Grounds maintenance experience

Education

Full UK driving license

PAI & PA6 spraying license

Tools

Hand tools

Powered horticultural machinery

Job description

At Mitie we bring out the best in places. Unlocking their potential so that everyone looks forward to using them and can do their best work in them. From offices and shopping centres to hospitals and airports, we create better places for the communities we serve to thrive.

We're looking for a Grounds Maintenance Operative who will deliver excellent service standards, while meeting SLA agreements and maintaining outdoor spaces to the highest quality.

Contract: Type: Hours: Pay Location: Requirement:

Role Responsibilities:

• Carry out grass and hedge cutting, border maintenance, leaf clearing, spraying, and litter picking
• Operate hand tools and powered horticultural machinery safely and effectively
• Deliver winter services including gritting, snow clearance, and Christmas tree installation
• Report site hazards and relevant information to management
• Follow health and safety procedures and undertake additional training as required

What we're looking for:

• Passion for working outdoors in agile and flexible environments
• Good understanding of smartphone technology
• Grounds maintenance experience is desirable but not essential
• PAI & PA6 spraying license is a plus
• Full UK driving license preferred for roles involving company vehicles

What we offer you:

• Holiday entitlement and pension contributions
• Discounts through MiDeals with over 850 high street retailers
• Access to a virtual GP and financial wellbeing support via Salary Finance
• Flexible benefits platform, Choices, to customise your benefits
• Recognition through Mitie Stars, with monthly and annual cash prizes