Grounds Maintenance Operative — Growth, Training & Impact

Manpower UK Limited; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading grounds maintenance provider in the United Kingdom seeks multiple Grounds Maintenance Operatives for their Newcastle team. You’ll be responsible for maintaining housing association sites, including tasks like grass cutting, hedge pruning, and flower bed upkeep. Ideal candidates should have experience using maintenance tools and hold a valid UK driving licence. The company offers career advancement opportunities, a benefits package, and a supportive working environment focused on personal growth and community impact.

Benefits

Up to 21 days holiday plus bank holidays

Enhanced maternity and shared parental leave

Support for personal and professional challenges

Discounts on retail and gym memberships

Resources to manage your finances

Comprehensive support resources

Qualifications

• Can-do attitude and safety-conscious mindset.
• Physically fit and able to work outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Experience with grounds maintenance tools including mowers and strimmers.
• A full valid UK driving licence is essential.
• Herbicide/PA1 and PA6 licences are advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Maintain local housing association sites through grass cutting and hedge pruning.
• Spray and maintain flower beds and perform related tasks.
• Work collaboratively in a team to ensure site upkeep.

Skills

Can-do attitude

Safety-conscious mindset

Ability to work outdoors

Experience with grounds maintenance tools

Physical fitness

Education

Valid UK driving licence

Herbicide/PA1 and PA6 licences

Tools

Pedestrian mowers

Ride on mowers

Strimmers

Leaf blowers

Job description

A leading grounds maintenance provider in the United Kingdom seeks multiple Grounds Maintenance Operatives for their Newcastle team. You’ll be responsible for maintaining housing association sites, including tasks like grass cutting, hedge pruning, and flower bed upkeep. Ideal candidates should have experience using maintenance tools and hold a valid UK driving licence. The company offers career advancement opportunities, a benefits package, and a supportive working environment focused on personal growth and community impact.