Grounds Team Member

Unity Holidays; Brean; On-site; GBP 1,378,000 - 1,653,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff discounts

Career progression

Training & development

Outdoor work environment

Wellbeing support

Employee discounts across parks

Job summary

Unity Holidays is seeking proactive Grounds Team Members to help maintain our parks across the UK. You will care for lawns, hedges and planted spaces, working outdoors in all seasons to keep our outdoor environments safe, clean and visually appealing.

No formal experience required; training provided. You will join a supportive team with opportunities for career progression and staff benefits such as discounts and wellbeing support.

Qualifications

• Experience in grounds maintenance or horticulture is desirable but not essential.
• Training will be provided for safety and equipment use.
• Basic understanding of biodiversity and environmental sustainability is advantageous.
• Physical ability for outdoor manual work.

Responsibilities

• Maintain lawns, hedges, flower beds and landscaped areas to high standards.
• Cut grass using pedestrian mowers and strimmers.
• Trim hedges in line with wildlife legislation and nesting rules.
• Maintain fence lines, van bases and mowing-restricted areas.
• Seasonal planting of annuals and perennials.
• Support tree planting and arboriculture projects as needed.
• Assist with ride-on mower operation after training.
• Maintain gardens on empty plots and communal spaces.
• Promote wild growth areas in conservation plans.
• Monitor biodiversity initiatives and wildlife habitats.
• Adhere to safety and legal requirements.
• Support seasonal produce planting for resort kitchens.
• Keep tools and equipment well-maintained and report defects.
• Work independently or with others as required.

Skills

Grounds maintenance

Gardening

Horticulture

Safety awareness

Manual work

Tools

Pedestrian mowers

Strimmers

Hedge trimmers

Ride-on mower

Job description

Do you take pride in creating beautifully maintained outdoor spaces?

Following a phenomenal first year of trading, Unity Holidays continues to grow and evolve, delivering outstanding experiences for our Holiday Homeowners and Guests across our parks.

Our Grounds Team plays a vital role in shaping first impressions and maintaining the high standards our guests expect. From landscaped gardens and open green spaces to conservation areas and seasonal planting, our outdoor environments are at the heart of the Unity experience.

We’re now looking for proactive, hardworking Grounds Team Members to join us and help keep our parks looking exceptional all year round.

At Unity Holidays, we believe industry-leading guest experiences begin with our people. We champion Togetherness, set high standards, and actively support your Growth through training, development and continuous improvement – and we celebrate a job well done.

About You

You’ll be reliable, practical and take genuine pride in your work.

You enjoy working outdoors in all seasons and understand the importance of maintaining safe, clean and visually appealing environments. Whether working independently or as part of a wider team, you’ll approach each task with care, attention to detail and a strong work ethic.

You’ll also be friendly and approachable, happy to assist guests when needed and represent Unity Holidays in a professional manner at all times.

Above all, you’ll bring commitment, positivity and a team-first mindset to every shift.

Essential Requirements

• Previous experience in grounds maintenance, gardening, landscaping or horticulture is desirable but not essential.
• We are happy to train individuals who demonstrate enthusiasm, reliability, a willingness to learn and a strong awareness of safety.
• A basic understanding of horticultural practices, biodiversity and environmental sustainability is advantageous.
• Experience using gardening equipment such as pedestrian mowers, strimmers or hedge trimmers is beneficial. Ride‑on mower experience is desirable (training will be provided).
• You must be physically able to undertake manual outdoor work.

All duties must be carried out in line with company health & safety policies and environmental standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain lawns, hedges, flower beds and landscaped areas to the highest standards
• Cut grass using pedestrian mowers and strimmers
• Trim hedges in accordance with wildlife legislation and nesting regulations
• Maintain fence lines, van bases and areas unsuitable for mowing
• Carry out seasonal planting of annuals and perennials
• Undertake plug planting and polytunnel work
• Support tree planting and arboriculture projects where required
• Assist with ride‑on mower operation following appropriate training
• Maintain gardens on empty plots and communal spaces
• Promote wild growth areas in line with our conservation and sustainability plans
• Monitor and support biodiversity initiatives including wildlife habitats
• Maintain safe working practices and comply with all legal requirements
• Support the planting and growing of seasonal produce for resort kitchens
• Maintain tools and equipment, reporting defects promptly
• Work independently or collaboratively depending on project requirements
• Take an active role in the company sustainability programme
• Undertake any reasonable duties within your training and capability

Hours of Work

The working week will generally be Monday to Friday, however occasional weekend working may be required depending on operational needs.

Start and finish times will vary seasonally in line with daylight hours and business demands.

Flexibility during peak holiday periods is essential.

What We Offer

• Access to holiday park facilities and discounts, including 25% off Food & Drink for you and your family and 50% when on shift
• Opportunities for career progression within a growing company
• Team recognition schemes including our monthly “Unity Champion” awards
• Training and development opportunities
• A supportive working environment in a stunning outdoor setting
• Holiday discounts across Unity Holidays parks
• Free use of leisure facilities
• Employee Assistance Programme providing financial, health and legal support
• Stream, a financial wellbeing platform offering UK-wide discounts and early access to wages

About Unity Holidays

Unity Holidays is the UK’s newest holiday park operator, with parks in Lincolnshire, Somerset and Yorkshire. We are focused on delivering first‑class experiences in outstanding locations.

We pride ourselves on high standards, strong teamwork and creating environments where our team members feel supported, valued and proud of the work they do.

Compensation: Minimum Wage