Grounds Maintenance Operative

Mitie Group plc.; Wilton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading facilities management company in the United Kingdom is seeking a Grounds Maintenance Operative to perform outdoor maintenance tasks including grass cutting, hedge trimming, and litter picking. This full-time, permanent position offers an hourly rate of £12.70, with responsibilities covering safe operation of horticultural machinery and adherence to health and safety procedures. Benefits include holiday entitlement, pension contributions, and discounts at various retailers.

Benefits

Holiday entitlement

Pension contributions

Discounts through MiDeals

Access to a virtual GP

Flexible benefits platform

Recognition through Mitie Stars

Qualifications

• Full UK Driving Licence preferred for roles involving company vehicles.
• PA1 and PA6 spraying tickets are required.
• Ability to use Tracker and Flail / Ride on Mower.
• Good understanding of smartphone technology.

Responsibilities

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

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.

Job Title

Grounds Maintenance Operative

Contract

Hourly Rate of Pay: £12.70
Contract Type: Permanent
Type of Employment: Full Time
Total Weekly Contractual Hours: 40
Location: Sabic Petrochemicals, Wilton, Redcar, North Yorkshire, England TS10 4RF

Requirements

• Full UK Driving Licence (preferred for roles involving company vehicles)
• PA1 and PA6 spraying tickets (pre-requisite)
• Must be able to use Tracker and Flail / Ride on Mower
• 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

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 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