Grounds Maintenance Operative (Tractor Driver)

JR United Kingdom; Portadown; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Grounds Maintenance Operative in Portadown, where your skills in driving agricultural vehicles will help transform outdoor spaces. This role offers the chance to work outdoors, ensuring that projects are completed to high standards while collaborating with a passionate team. With opportunities for career advancement and a commitment to a diverse workplace, you will be part of a community dedicated to making a positive impact in the environment. Embrace this opportunity to grow with us and contribute to a greener future.

Benefits

Career advancement opportunities

In-house training academy

Discounts on retail and gym memberships

Enhanced maternity and parental leave

Colleague of the month recognition

Support for personal challenges

Two days per year for community support

Comprehensive resources and support

Qualifications

• Experience as a Tractor Driver or similar role in the agricultural sector.
• Ability to operate and manoeuvre mechanised hedge/verge cutter machinery.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for hedge cutting and verge trimming on main roads.
• Work as part of a team under the supervision of a Team Leader.

Skills

Driving agricultural vehicles

Operating mechanised hedge/verge cutter machinery

Physical fitness

Safety-conscious mindset

Education

Full valid UK driving licence (category B)

CSCS card

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05.05.2025

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Job Description:

Job title: Grounds Maintenance Operative (Tractor Driver)
Location: Portadown
Hourly rate: £12.71
Contract type: Permanent, full-time
Working hours: 40 hours per week annualised

Mar-Oct 7.00-17.00pm

Nov-Feb 08.00-15.30pm

About the role

We are looking for skilled & enthusiastic Grounds Maintenance Operatives in the Portadown region. You will need to have experience and be confident and qualified to drive agricultural vehicles. You will be responsible for hedge cutting and verge trimming on main roads across the region to maintain and transform outdoor spaces. Working as part of a team under the supervision of a Team Leader, ensuring that all work is completed to a high standard and in a timely manner.

Requirements

• Previous experience as a Tractor Driver or similar role in the agricultural sector is highly desirable.
• Ability to operate and manoeuvre mechanised hedge / verge cutter machinery & other farming equipment.
• Physically fit and able to work outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Can-do attitude and safety-conscious mindset.
• A full valid UK driving licence is essential - (category B) is preferred (covering categories F (agricultural tractors) & K (mowing machines or pedestrian controlled vehicles). Passing a tractor or specialist vehicle test with a provisional driving licence may be considered.
• A CSCS card is desirable

As the UK's leading grounds maintenance and landscape creation provider, no two projects are ever the same - and neither are our people. That's why we're committed to nurturing a diverse and inclusive culture where everyone can thrive.

What we offer

• We offer career advancement and development opportunities through our bespoke apprenticeship programmes, our extensive in-house training academy, and coaching and mentorship.
• Join a diverse and inclusive workplace where you can collaborate with passionate and talented individuals.
• Contribute to projects that make a real difference in the community and environment.
• We recognise and reward your hard work with our wide-ranging benefits package designed to prioritise your wellbeing, support life choices, and help in both good and challenging times.
• Enhanced maternity and shared parental leave.
• Support for personal and professional challenges.
• Discounts on retail, holidays, gym memberships, and more.
• Resources to manage your finances.
• Secure your future.
• Colleague of the month and annual awards.
• Two days per year to support a cause of your choice.
• Comprehensive resources and support.

We are Europe's largest provider of grounds maintenance services and landscape creation, in the UK alone we're a community of over 3,000 passionate colleagues shaping the future of the green industry.

At idverde, we understand what it means to grow. Our history dates back to 1919, and today, with a turnover of £250 million, we're more than just a company - we're a force for positive change. We offer a range of services to create, maintain, and manage landscapes across the UK.

Grow with us, and together we'll create a greener future for all.