Grounds Maintenance Pro – Stable Role with Training

Winner Recruitment; Beeston; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Ongoing training

Long-term opportunity

Job summary

Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trusts is seeking an experienced Grounds Maintenance Operative to join its facilities management team. You will maintain outdoor areas, operate ride-on and pedestrian mowers, and carry out weed control and basic landscaping across hospital sites.

The role emphasizes safety, reliability and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team, with ongoing training and development on offer.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in grounds maintenance, landscaping or horticulture.
• Experience with ride-on mowers, strimmers and related equipment.
• Good understanding of health and safety procedures.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Full UK driving licence preferred; PA1/PA6 spraying certificates are desirable.

Responsibilities

• Deliver planned preventative grounds and horticultural maintenance per schedules.
• Maintain grassed areas using tractors, ride-on and pedestrian mowers, strimmers.
• Carry out weed control duties, including spot spraying.
• Support winter maintenance and gritting when required.
• Clear litter, leaves and debris; keep drains and gullies clear.
• Undertake low-level pruning and general landscaping duties.
• Complete reactive maintenance tasks and report defects.
• Safely dispose of waste materials per procedures.
• Assist with porterage, deliveries and basic handyperson tasks.
• Maintain accurate QHSE and site records; escort contractors/visitors as needed.
• Ensure works comply with health & safety legislation and company systems.

Skills

Grounds maintenance

Landscaping

Horticulture

Health & safety

Driving licence

PA1/PA6 spraying

Teamwork

Job description

Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trusts is seeking an experienced Grounds Maintenance Operative to join its facilities management team. You will maintain outdoor areas, operate ride-on and pedestrian mowers, and carry out weed control and basic landscaping across hospital sites.

The role emphasizes safety, reliability and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team, with ongoing training and development on offer.