Grounds Maintenance Technician – Flexible Outdoor Role

Northumbria University; Newcastle upon Tyne; Vor Ort; GBP 18.000 - 24.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Excellent pension scheme

Flexible working arrangements

Generous holiday entitlement

Zusammenfassung

Northumbria University is seeking a permanent Grounds Maintenance operative to join the Facilities and Estates Grounds Team. The role covers City Campus and Coach Lane Campus, requiring hands-on discipline with a focus on safety and quality throughout the year.

You will work five days out of seven, including weekend shifts on a rota, handling grass cutting, planting, hedge trimming, litter control, and basic repairs.

Qualifikationen

• Proven experience in grounds maintenance or horticultural services.
• Full UK driving licence held and used.
• PA1/PA6 spraying certificates or equivalent.
• Able to work independently and manage day-to-day workload.
• Manual outdoor work in all weather conditions.

Aufgaben

• Carry out grounds maintenance tasks including grass cutting, edging, weeding and planting.
• Landscaping of flower beds and basic garden repairs as required.
• Maintain external areas via litter picking, sweeping, and waste bin emptying.
• Operate powered hand tools and university vehicles safely and perform basic maintenance checks.
• Prepare and apply chemicals in accordance with training and safety guidelines.
• Assist with winter maintenance such as snow clearance and gritting.
• Work in line with health and safety requirements and safe systems of work.
• Take on additional duties as operational needs arise.

Kenntnisse

Grounds maintenance

Driving licence

Independent worker

Health and safety awareness

Ausbildung

NVQ Level 2 in Horticulture or Landscaping

PA1/PA6 spraying certificates

Jobbeschreibung

Northumbria University is seeking a permanent Grounds Maintenance operative to join the Facilities and Estates Grounds Team. The role covers City Campus and Coach Lane Campus, requiring hands-on discipline with a focus on safety and quality throughout the year.

You will work five days out of seven, including weekend shifts on a rota, handling grass cutting, planting, hedge trimming, litter control, and basic repairs.