Grounds person (Estates & Facilities Officer)

Career Choices Dewis Gyrfa Ltd; Hengoed; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Hays Specialist Recruitment is hiring a Grounds person (Estates & Facilities Officer) at Ystrad Mynach. This full-time, temporary position covers maintaining college grounds to keep them safe, welcoming and attractive all year round.

The role includes operating grounds maintenance equipment, grass cutting, hedge maintenance, and drainage maintenance and supporting general estate operations. You will carry out key-holder duties, assist with opening and closing buildings, respond to out-of-hours

Qualifications

• Experience in grounds maintenance, estates, facilities management or similar operational environment.

Responsibilities

• Maintain college grounds and outdoor spaces to remain safe, welcoming, and visually appealing throughout the year.
• Operate specialist grounds maintenance equipment, cut grass, maintain hedges, collect litter, and perform drainage tasks.

Job description

Employer:

Hays Specialist Recruitment

Location:

Pay:

£14.44 to £15.51 per year, £14.44 - £15.51 per hour

Contract Type:

Temporary

Hours:

Full time

Disability Confident:

No

Closing Date:

05/11/2026

About this job

Grounds person (Estates & Facilities Officer)Ystrad Mynach Full Time, Temporary Position, Ongoing £14.44 - £15.51 per hour 37 Hours per week Your new companyYou will be joining a well-established and respected further education provider dedicated to creating outstanding learning environments for students, staff and visitors.

With a commitment to maintaining safe, inclusive and attractive campuses, the Estates & Facilities team plays a vital role in supporting day-to-day operations across the college estate.

Based primarily at Ystrad Mynach, you'll be part of a collaborative team that takes pride in delivering high-quality facilities and grounds maintenance services.

Your new roleAs an Estates & Facilities Officer (Grounds person), you will be responsible for maintaining the college's grounds and outdoor spaces, ensuring they remain safe, welcoming and visually appealing throughout the year.

Your duties will include operating specialist grounds maintenance equipment, grass cutting, hedge maintenance, litter collection, drainage maintenance and supporting general estate operations.In addition, you will undertake key-holder responsibilities, assist with opening and closing buildings, respond to out-of-hours alarm call-outs and carry out security patrols across the campus.

You'll also support maintenance activities, furniture moves, deliveries, stock control and work closely with contractors and colleagues to maintain compliance, health and safety standards and a positive learning environment.

What you'll need to succeedTo be successful in this role, you will have experience in grounds maintenance, estates, facilities management or a similar operational environment.

You will possess strong practical skills and be comfortable working both independently and as part of a team.

You will also demonstrate: Relevant tickets/certifications for the safe operation of strimmers, ride-on and pedestrian mowers, and other grounds maintenance machinery.

Practical experience using a variety of grounds maintenance equipment, including strimmers, mowers, hedge cutters and leaf blowers.

Experience carrying out maintenance or grounds-related duties.

The ability to operate safely and effectively in a busy multi-user environment.

Strong organisational and time management skills.

Good communication skills and the ability to work with a wide range of stakeholders.

Basic IT skills, including Microsoft Outlook and Teams.

Knowledge of health and safety practices or a willingness to undertake training.

A flexible approach to working hours, including participation in an out-of-hours rota.

A willingness to travel between campuses when required.

A commitment to safeguarding, equality, diversity and inclusion.

A current UK driving licence.

Experience working within an educational, public sector or large multi-site environment.