Grounds Maintenance Operatives (Seasonal 8M)

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

Job summary

Join a leading grounds maintenance provider as a Grounds Maintenance Operative in a vibrant team. This role offers the chance to work outdoors, maintain beautiful landscapes, and develop your skills in a supportive environment. With a commitment to diversity and inclusion, you will contribute to meaningful projects that positively impact the community. Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, career advancement opportunities, and a chance to be part of a passionate team dedicated to creating a greener future.

Benefits

Career advancement opportunities

Extensive in-house training

Discounts on retail and gym memberships

Up to 21 days holiday plus bank holidays

Enhanced maternity and shared parental leave

Support for personal and professional challenges

Colleague of the month recognition

Two days per year for community support

Qualifications

• Previous Grounds Maintenance experience required.
• Must be physically fit and able to work outdoors in all weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Keep local grounds in excellent condition through various horticultural duties.
• Perform grass cutting, strimming, pruning, and litter picking.

Skills

Grounds Maintenance

Full valid UK manual driving licence

PA1 and PA6 licenses

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02.05.2025

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Job Description:

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 excellent 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 and encouraging 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
• A full valid UK manual driving licence is essential, with 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, extensive in-house training, coaching, and mentorship
• Join a diverse and inclusive workplace with passionate and talented individuals
• Contribute to projects that make a real difference in the community and environment
• Wide-ranging benefits package supporting wellbeing, life choices, and financial security
• Up to 21 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Enhanced maternity and shared parental leave
• Support for personal and professional challenges
• Discounts on retail, holidays, gym memberships, and more
• Resources to manage finances and secure your future
• Colleague of the month and annual awards
• Two days per year to support a cause of your choice

About idverde: Europe's largest provider of grounds maintenance and landscape creation services. In the UK, we're a community of over 3,000 passionate colleagues shaping the future of the green industry. Founded in 1919, with a turnover of £250 million, we are a force for positive change. We create, maintain, and manage landscapes across the UK. Grow with us, and together we'll create a greener future for all.

Skills: Grounds Maintenance, full valid UK manual driving licence, PA1 and PA6 licenses