Grounds Maintenance Technician – West Yorkshire

Sanctuary; Leeds; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

A not-for-profit organisation in Leeds is hiring a Grounds Maintenance Operative. The role involves maintaining communal grounds, responding to customer complaints, and ensuring Health and Safety protocols. Candidates should have recent experience in grounds maintenance, a driving licence, and ideally a Pesticide Application Certificate. The position offers a competitive salary of £25,400 to £26,737 per annum with additional benefits including annual leave and pension contributions.

Benefits

25 days annual leave plus public holidays

Pension scheme with employer contributions

Life Assurance

Employee Advice Service including counselling

Cycle to Work scheme

Voluntary health plans

Employee discounts

Wellbeing support and tools

Employee recognition scheme

Employee Networks focused on inclusion

Qualifications

• Recent experience in grounds maintenance or similar role.
• Pesticide Application Certificate PA1 – PA6 or willingness to obtain.
• Ability to operate machinery and basic computer systems.

Responsibilities

• Maintain estates according to contract specifications.
• Respond to complaints and ensure service delivery.
• Follow Health and Safety protocols and maintain equipment.

Skills

Recent experience in a similar role

Pesticide Application Certificate PA1 – PA6 (or equivalent)

Practical experience of operating machinery

Ability to use and update computerised systems

Good communication skills

Full valid UK driving licence

Job description

A not-for-profit organisation in Leeds is hiring a Grounds Maintenance Operative. The role involves maintaining communal grounds, responding to customer complaints, and ensuring Health and Safety protocols. Candidates should have recent experience in grounds maintenance, a driving licence, and ideally a Pesticide Application Certificate. The position offers a competitive salary of £25,400 to £26,737 per annum with additional benefits including annual leave and pension contributions.