Grounds Maintenance Operatives (Seasonal 8M)

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

Job summary

Join a leading grounds maintenance provider as a Grounds Maintenance Operative. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work outdoors, maintaining beautiful local grounds through various horticultural tasks. You will develop valuable skills in a supportive and inclusive environment while contributing to community and environmental projects. With a focus on career advancement and a diverse workplace, this position is ideal for those passionate about nature and teamwork. Embrace the chance to grow with a dedicated team and make a positive impact in the green industry.

Benefits

Career advancement opportunities

In-house training and mentorship

Up to 21 days holiday plus bank holidays

Enhanced maternity and parental leave

Discounts on retail and gym memberships

Support for charitable causes

Qualifications

• Previous experience in grounds maintenance is essential.
• Full valid UK manual driving licence required.

Responsibilities

• Maintain local grounds through grass cutting and pruning.
• Perform horticultural duties and litter picking.

Skills

Physically fit

Grounds Maintenance experience

Can-do attitude

Safety-conscious mindset

UK manual driving licence

PA1 and PA6 licenses

Job description

Grounds Maintenance Operatives (Seasonal 8M), Gloucester

Job Title: Grounds Maintenance Operative

Location: Irvinestown, Northern Ireland

Hourly Rate: £12.21

Contract Type: Fixed Term Contract (8 Months)

Working Hours: Full Time

About the role

We currently require multiple Grounds Maintenance Operatives to join our team in Irvinestown. You will keep several local grounds in a wonderful condition through grass cutting (using ride-on and pedestrian mowers), strimming, pruning, weeding, shrub and border maintenance, litter picking, and other horticultural duties. This is a great opportunity to develop your skills, gain valuable experience, and grow with us in a friendly environment.

Requirements

• Can-do attitude and safety-conscious mindset
• Physically fit and able to work outdoors in all weather conditions
• Previous Grounds Maintenance experience required
• Full valid UK manual driving licence essential (ability to tow trailers - B + E)
• PA1 and PA6 licenses are desirable

Why join us?

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

What we offer

• Career advancement and development opportunities through bespoke apprenticeship programmes, in-house training, coaching, and mentorship
• A diverse and inclusive workplace
• Contribute to community and environmental projects
• Wide-ranging benefits including up to 21 days holiday plus bank holidays, enhanced maternity and shared parental leave, discounts on retail, holidays, gym memberships, financial resources, colleague awards, and support for charitable causes

About idverde

We are Europe's largest provider of grounds maintenance and landscape creation services. In the UK, we are a community of over 3,000 passionate colleagues, shaping the green industry since 1919. With a turnover of £250 million, we are dedicated to creating a greener future for all.