Grounds Maintenance Operatives - Cheltenham

Publica Group (Support) Limited; Cheltenham; Hybrid; GBP 12,000 - 17,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Driver CPC training

Flexible working – hybrid roles

Generous leave

Pension contribution

Ubico Perks discounts

Job summary

Ubico is seeking a Ground Maintenance Operative to help keep public spaces in Cheltenham tidy and safe. You will perform a wide range of routine grounds maintenance tasks across the district and other locations, including waste-related activities.

You will need a full driving licence to drive vehicles up to 3.5 tonnes, basic knowledge of horticulture and of vehicles and plant, plus health and safety awareness. The role supports flexible working, with hybrid options and shift patterns.

Qualifications

• Full driving licence to drive up to 3.5 tonnes
• Basic knowledge of horticulture
• Basic knowledge of vehicles, plant and machinery
• Basic health and safety awareness in grounds maintenance
• Experience with mobile or static plant and equipment

Responsibilities

• Carry out routine grounds maintenance across Cheltenham and district
• Support waste activities in various locations
• Be a proactive, customer-focused team member

Skills

Full driving licence

Horticulture basics

Vehicles & machinery knowledge

Health & safety awareness

Plant & equipment experience

Team player / customer focused

Job description

About The Role

We are looking for an enthusiastic Ground Maintenance Operative to help with the up keep of public spaces throughout Cheltenham. This is a varied role and you will be carrying out a wide range of routine grounds maintenance throughout the season and other waste activities in various locations throughout the District and external locations.

You will need…

• Full driving licence to be able to drive a range of vehicles up to and including 3.5 tonnes gross weight
• A basic knowledge of horticulture
• A basic knowledge of vehicles, plant and machinery for use within a grounds maintenance environment
• A basic knowledge of health and safety requirements within a grounds maintenance environment
• Previous experience of working with mobile or static plant and equipment.
• To be a proactive team member with a positive attitude and customer focussed

For further information please download the job description and person specification.

What we can do for you

• Driver CPC Training - We cover all costs to help you stay qualified.
• Learning & Progression - We support your growth, whether you're starting out or moving up.
• Flexible Working – Options include hybrid roles and task & finish shifts.
• Community Impact - Help make your neighbourhood cleaner and greener.
• Generous Leave – 26 days annual leave + bank holidays (rising to 30 days after 5 years).
• Holiday Flexibility – Buy or sell up to 1 week of leave.
• Pension Support – 5% employer contribution to your retirement.
• All employees have access to Ubico Perks, our rewards and benefits platform - offering exclusive discounts, deals and cashback on everyday essentials
• 24/7 Support – Free, confidential helpline for you and your family.
• Health & Wellbeing – Free eye tests (role‑dependent), flu jabs, and wellbeing resources.
• Workplace Comforts – Free PPE, tea & coffee, and on‑site parking.

About Us

We provide vital environmental services across Gloucestershire, Wiltshire and West Oxfordshire - keeping communities clean and green. Our work includes waste and recycling collections, street cleansing, grounds maintenance, building cleaning, managing recycling centres and maintenance of our fleet.
Our values are at the heart of everything we do. We’re proud of our strong work ethic and are looking for enthusiastic, dedicated individuals who share our commitment to making a positive difference.
Ubico is committed to meeting its statutory and moral duties to safeguard and promote the welfare of children, young people under 18 years of age and adults at risk who are the recipients of its services and/or activities. Pre‑employment checks include medical screening, references, proof of identity and right to work, and may include criminal record verification.

It is important that our staff reflect the diversity of our community, and we therefore welcome and encourage applications from people of all genders and sexual orientation, those from Black, Asian, and other minority ethnic backgrounds, and those with disabilities.