Grounds Maintenance Operative

Bromford Housing Group; Tewkesbury; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking housing association dedicated to creating vibrant communities. As part of the Grounds Maintenance Team, you will help maintain green spaces and engage with residents, fostering inclusivity and respect. This role offers a supportive environment with a range of benefits, including a personal allowance for health and wellbeing, generous holiday options, and pension schemes. If you are passionate about customer service and enjoy working both independently and as part of a team, this is an exciting opportunity to make a difference in the community.

Benefits

Access to a stocked van and fuel card

27 paid holidays + bank holidays

Choice of two pension schemes

£500 personal allowance for health

Wellbeing support including virtual GP

Retail discounts

£30 monthly drinks card

Family leave for parental responsibilities

Qualifications

• Experience or willingness to learn in grounds maintenance or landscaping.
• Comfort with technology and mobile devices.

Responsibilities

• Maintaining green spaces accessible to all.
• Engaging with residents from diverse backgrounds.
• Operating equipment with training provided.

Skills

Grounds Maintenance

Landscaping

Customer Service

Technology Use

Education

Basic DBS Check

Tools

Grounds Maintenance Equipment

Job description

Make a Difference in Vibrant Communities: Join Bromford’s Grounds Maintenance Team!

Contract: Permanent

Hours: 40 hours per week

Location: Tewkesbury & Surrounding Areas

At Bromford, we believe in building thriving, inclusive communities where everyone is valued. Join our grounds maintenance team to help create safe, vibrant spaces that communities are proud of.

Why Join Bromford?

• Great Place to Work: We foster an environment of diversity, inclusivity, and respect, valuing each contribution.
• Inclusive Culture: We are an equal opportunities employer, welcoming all backgrounds.

Benefits include:

• Access to a stocked van and fuel card
• 27 paid holidays + bank holidays, with options to buy or sell extra days
• Choice of two pension schemes with up to 10% employer contributions
• £500 personal allowance for health, gym, and more
• Wellbeing support for you and your family, including access to a virtual GP app
• Retail discounts
• £30 monthly drinks card
• Family leave for parental and dependent responsibilities

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Maintaining green spaces accessible to all
• Engaging with residents from diverse backgrounds
• Operating equipment (training provided)
• Traveling across Chipping Sodbury and nearby areas

What We’re Looking For:

• Experience or willingness to learn in grounds maintenance or landscaping
• Ability to work independently and with a team
• Comfort with technology and mobile devices
• Passion for excellent customer service

We value diversity and encourage applications from all backgrounds. A Basic DBS check is required due to the role's nature.

Ready to Apply?

Apply by 15th May 2025. For questions, contact Natalie Sayer at [e-mail].

Join Bromford and be part of an impactful journey! Early application is encouraged as we may close early due to high demand.

About Bromford

We are a housing association owning over 47,000 homes, serving over 112,000 customers, with plans to build 11,000 more by 2032, supported by 1,900 colleagues. Our mission is to provide safe, secure, affordable homes that enable people to thrive.

Diversity and Inclusion

We are committed to a diverse workforce and an inclusive culture. We are a Disability Confident (Level 2) and Menopause Friendly employer, signed the Armed Forces covenant, and encourage applications from underrepresented groups including ethnic minorities, disabled individuals, women, and LGBTQIA+ community members.

Recognition

We are certified as a Great Place To Work (Nov 24 – Nov 25) and named one of the UK’s Best Workplaces for Women in 2023 and 2024.