Groundskeeper & Maintenance Operative

Autism Together; Bromborough; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Autism Together is recruiting a Groundskeeper & Maintenance Operative to look after the Raby site. You will manage grounds, external areas and buildings to ensure safety, cleanliness and a high standard of presentation for staff, people we support and visitors.

The role involves routine and reactive maintenance, operation of machinery, and collaboration with Estates, Facilities and Day Service teams. Full UK driving licence required; 37.5 hours per week.

Qualifications

• Full UK Driving Licence is essential.
• Experience in grounds maintenance is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Carry out routine grounds maintenance across the site, including grass cutting, hedge trimming, weed control and general grounds clearance.
• Plant, maintain and nurture flowers and greenery to provide a pleasant environment.
• Keep the site clean by removing rubbish and debris from the grounds.
• Collaborate with House & Day Service Management to keep external areas neat and well maintained.
• Regularly check the site and buildings to ensure a safe environment for staff, people we support and visitors.
• Address hazards identified in Health and Safety audits with the Safety Advisor.

Skills

Painting

Landscaping

Gardening

Van Driving

Education

Full UK Driving Licence

Job description

Groundskeeper & Maintenance Operative

Main purpose of the role:

To ensure that the grounds, external areas and buildings at the Raby site are safe, clean, well maintained and presented to a high standard for staff, people we support and visitors.

The Site Groundskeeper will undertake a range of planned and reactive grounds, building and general maintenance duties, working closely with the House & Day Service Management teams and the Estates & Facilities team. The role will involve the use of a variety of machinery and equipment, including tractors, with appropriate training provided.

The post holder will also support the organisation in maintaining a safe environment by identifying and addressing potential hazards, carrying out maintenance and repairs, and ensuring compliance with relevant health and safety requirements.

About the role

Core tasks:

• Carry out routine ground’s maintenance across the Raby site, including grass cutting, hedge trimming, weed control, leaf raking and general grounds clearance.
• Plant, maintain and nurture flowers, plants and other areas of greenery to provide a pleasant, attractive and homely environment.
• Maintain the cleanliness and appearance of the site by removing rubbish, litter and general debris from the grounds.
• Work closely with House & Day Service Management teams to ensure external areas of buildings are clean, tidy and well maintained.
• Carry out regular checks of the site and buildings to help ensure a safe environment for staff, people we support and visitors.
• Oversee and action matters identified through Health and Safety site audits, working closely with the Health & Safety Advisor to identify, report and remove potential hazards.
• Undertake planned and reactive maintenance works to the grounds and Day Service buildings as directed by the Estates & Facilities Manager, Estates & Facilities Supervisor.
• Operate a range of machinery and equipment, including tractors, following appropriate training and safe working procedures.
• Undertake general maintenance, cleaning and basic repairs of machinery and equipment.
• Carry out repairs and replacement of associated ground works where required.
• Repair and renew paving, brickwork and walls as necessary.
• Undertake repairs and renewal of foul water pipes, drainage systems and associated components.
• Carry out basic painting and decorating work, particularly during the winter months or as directed.
• Undertake basic joinery and plumbing works as required.
• Maintain appropriate stock levels of materials, equipment and supplies and arrange ordering of required items.
• Report any internal or external damage to buildings, property, grounds or site infrastructure to the Estates & Facilities Manager or Estates & Facilities Supervisor.
• Liaise with external contractors, tradespeople and inspectors when requested.
• Maintain accurate records of building, grounds and maintenance works undertaken and any outstanding actions.
• Support winter maintenance activities including gritting, snow clearance, management of icy conditions and ensuring safe access routes across the site.

Person Specification

Full UK Driving licence - Essential

Please read through Job Description for further requirements.

Hours - 37 hours & 30 minutes per week

About the company

Autism Together is a charity and service provider, offering specialist support to autistic people for almost 60 years.

Required Criteria

• Full UK Driving Licence

Skills you'll need

• Painting
• Landscaping
• Gardening
• Van Driving