Grounds & Property Care Operative (Mobile) - Cambridge

Encore; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave 20 days + bank holidays +

Health benefits: SmartHealth

Wellbeing support: Eye care vouchers

Cycle to Work

Perkbox rewards

Company pension

Job summary

Encore is seeking a Mobile Grounds & Property Care Operative to join our Cambridge team. This mobile role covers multiple prestigious sites in the area and offers you the chance to contribute to the local community while taking pride in your work.

You will perform lawn care, weed control, seasonal pruning, cleanliness, and light maintenance, with training provided for emergency lighting tests. A full UK manual driving license is essential.

Qualifications

• Self-motivated with pride in delivering results.
• Enjoys working outdoors and staying active.
• Willingness to contribute to the community through work.
• Full UK manual driving license is essential.

Responsibilities

• Lawn care and grass cutting.
• Regular weed control incl. weed-killing treatments.
• Seasonal pruning, deadheading, and beds maintenance.
• General caretaking: cleaning and light maintenance.
• Litter picking and leaf removal.
• Testing emergency lighting and fire alarm systems (training provided).
• Planned maintenance: light switch checks, lamp replacements.

Skills

Self-motivated

Outdoor work

Community minded

Driving license

Job description

Are you a hands-on, proactive individual with a passion for maintaining high standards? We're seeking a Mobile Grounds & Property Care Operative to join our established team in Cambridge. This is a mobile role covering multiple prestigious sites, offering the opportunity to make a real impact in the local community while taking pride in your work.

Role Overview

• Annual Salary: £28,000
• Location: Cambridge area (mobile role)
• Hours: Full-time (Monday - Friday, 7:30 AM - 4:00 PM)
• Requirements: Full UK Driving License essential (Manual)

Key Responsibilities

• Lawn care and grass cutting
• Regular weeding, including weed-killing treatments
• Seasonal pruning, deadheading, and maintaining plant beds
• General caretaking tasks such as cleaning and light maintenance
• Litter picking and leaf removal
• Testing emergency lighting and fire alarm systems (training provided)
• Conducting Planned Maintenance activities (e.g., light switch checks, lamp replacements)

What We’re Looking For

While previous caretaking experience is not essential, a background in caretaking, cleaning, or similar roles would be advantageous. We’re seeking someone who:

• Is self-motivated and takes pride in delivering excellent results
• Enjoys working outdoors and being active
• Values contributing to the community through their work
• Full Manual UK Driving License is essential for this role

What’s in It for You?

We believe in taking care of our team just as much as they care for our sites. Our benefits include:

• Annual Leave: 20 days + bank holidays + your birthday off every year
• Health Benefits: Access to SmartHealth online health services for you and your immediate family
• Wellbeing Support: Eye care vouchers and a Cycle to Work scheme
Recognition: Perkbox rewards and company social events
• Company pension scheme

Why Join Us?

At our company, you’ll be part of a supportive team that values dedication, quality, and community spirit. You’ll work across a variety of sites, keeping each one safe, clean, and welcoming for all.