Hospital Grounds Technician – Training & Growth

Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust; England; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A large healthcare organization in the United Kingdom is seeking a dedicated grounds maintenance worker to maintain the gardens and outdoor areas of its hospitals. The successful candidate will operate various grounds maintenance machinery, assist with waste disposal, and ensure the cleanliness of the hospital sites. Candidates should possess basic horticultural knowledge and be able to work independently or in a team. This role offers opportunities for training and development within a supportive environment.

Benefits

High-quality training and development opportunities

Supportive work environment

Commitment to equality and diversity

Qualifications

• Competent in the operation of basic maintenance of gardening machinery.
• Ability to clear litter and maintain cleanliness of the hospital grounds.
• Familiar with horticultural practices and diagnosis of gardening issues.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and clear litter from the hospital site.
• Undertake training on compactor and machinery.
• Assist with the disposal of general and clinical waste.
• Grit all entrances and pathways in cold weather.

Skills

Maintenance of grounds and gardens

Operation of gardening machinery

Litter clearing

Basic horticultural knowledge

Tools

Pedestrian operated mowers

Hedge cutters

Salting and gritting machinery

Vacuum and path clearing machinery

Job description

A large healthcare organization in the United Kingdom is seeking a dedicated grounds maintenance worker to maintain the gardens and outdoor areas of its hospitals. The successful candidate will operate various grounds maintenance machinery, assist with waste disposal, and ensure the cleanliness of the hospital sites. Candidates should possess basic horticultural knowledge and be able to work independently or in a team. This role offers opportunities for training and development within a supportive environment.