Grounds Maintenance Pro – Winter Ditches & Summer Grass

Parks for London; Blandford Forum; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Performance-related bonus

Incremental annual leave

Pension scheme

Company sick pay

Training and development opportunities

Job summary

Glendale is seeking a reliable Grounds Maintenance Operative to join our team in Blandford Forum. The role offers up to £13.00 per hour, depending on experience and qualifications, and involves outdoor, year-round work with mower and hand-tool usage. Training and development opportunities are provided.

The successful candidate will have a full, clean UK driving licence and be able to work as part of a team with a positive, proactive attitude.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in grounds maintenance, horticulture or vegetation clearance is desirable, although training will be provided.
• Experience using mowers, strimmers, hedge cutters and other handheld machinery would be advantageous.
• PA1 and PA6 qualifications are also desirable.

Responsibilities

• Undertake a range of seasonal grounds maintenance duties during winter, including ditch clearance, drainage channel maintenance and vegetation cutting.
• In spring and summer, perform grass cutting, mowing, strimming, weed control and general grounds maintenance.
• Use hand tools and grounds maintenance machinery, carry out daily equipment checks and keep a tidy work area.
• Work outdoors throughout the year on uneven, wet and muddy ground.

Job description

Glendale is seeking a reliable Grounds Maintenance Operative to join our team in Blandford Forum. The role offers up to £13.00 per hour, depending on experience and qualifications, and involves outdoor, year-round work with mower and hand-tool usage. Training and development opportunities are provided.

The successful candidate will have a full, clean UK driving licence and be able to work as part of a team with a positive, proactive attitude.