Grounds Maintenance Operative - Fixed term for 6 months

Coastline Housing; Redruth; On-site; GBP 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A charitable social landlord in Redruth is seeking a Grounds Maintenance Operative for a fixed term of 6 months. The role involves various aspects of grounds maintenance such as cutting and planting. While previous experience is preferred, full training will be provided. Candidates must have a full driving licence and be willing to undergo a DBS check. The position offers a supportive work environment and numerous benefits, making it a great opportunity for motivated individuals.

Benefits

31 days holiday including Bank Holidays

Continuous training and development

Defined Contribution pension scheme

Healthcare cashback plan

Cycle to work scheme

Discounts on various services

Qualifications

• Experience in grounds maintenance preferred but not essential.
• Requires a full driving licence.
• Must undergo a basic DBS check.

Responsibilities

• Carry out all aspects of grounds maintenance, including cutting, planting, and weeding in a timely manner.
• Maintain a positive and professional demeanor while upholding company values.

Skills

Motivated

Teamwork

Customer-centric approach

Job description

Grounds Maintenance Operative - Fixed term for 6 months

Coastline Housing
Redruth, Cornwall
Circa £24,242.40
Full time

Salary: Circa £24,242.40

Hours: up to 37hpw

About Coastline

Coastline Housing is a charitable social landlord serving Cornwall. Winners in the Third Sector category at the Cornwall Business Awards and one of the fastest growing landlords in the country, we are proud to be a key provider of housing and support in Cornwall. That includes social housing for thousands of people across Cornwall, plus shared ownership and rent to buy homes to help people get a home of their own. Our Extra Care scheme in Redruth houses many older people, and our services for anyone experiencing homelessness help hundreds each year who are rough sleeping.

Accredited with Investors in People Gold and a Disability Confident Leader, we are a people-focused employer, putting customers and colleagues at the heart of what we do.

About the job

We are seeking an enthusiastic grounds maintenance operative. As grounds maintenance operative, you'll carry out all aspects of grounds maintenance – cutting, planting, weeding – in a timely and efficient manner. Experience of working in grounds maintenance is preferred but not essential, as full training will be given. We are looking for motivated and willing individuals to join the team.

You will be a conscientious, positive and professional individual, upholding our values and adopting a customer‑centric approach to your work.

This role requires a full driving licence and is subject to a basic DBS check.

Closing Date: 24 November 2025

What can Coastline offer you

If you're looking to make a difference in a progressive, forward-thinking company, with opportunities to develop a worthwhile career, Coastline is the place for you.

Here are just a few of the fantastic benefits we offer to our people:

• 31 days holiday including Bank Holidays
• Continuous training and development opportunities
• Option to purchase additional annual leave
• Defined Contribution pension scheme, we will match your contributions up to 8.3%
• Healthcare cashback plan, including dental & eyecare
• Health and wellbeing program, including access to EAP, Thrive Mental Wellbeing app and company sick pay after 1 year’s service
• Cycle to work scheme
• Tonnes of discounts on everything from supermarket shops to holidays and more

Job Types:

Full-time, Permanent

Benefits:

• Additional leave
• Company events
• Company pension
• Cycle to work scheme
• Free parking
• Health & wellbeing programme
• On-site parking
• Sick pay

Work Location:

In person