Litter Picker

Ground Control; South Kesteven; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme

Life insurance

Online GP service

Subsidised gym membership

PPE and uniform provided

Training and ongoing support

Job summary

Ground Control in the United Kingdom is hiring a Litter Picker to help keep outdoor spaces tidy, safe and welcoming. You’ll work outdoors in all weathers, with early-morning shifts and regular hours, and you don’t need previous experience—reliability and a positive attitude are all that’s required.

You’ll be part of a team responsible for visible, everyday improvements across sites, with PPE and full training provided and a pension and life insurance options as part of the benefits package.

Qualifications

• Reliable and hardworking
• Able to work outdoors in all weathers
• No previous experience required
• Willingness to get stuck in

Responsibilities

• Keep spaces tidy and safe for people and wildlife
• Assist with maintaining clean sites and safe surroundings
• Wear and use PPE provided and follow safety guidelines
• Support team in daily tasks and checks

Skills

Reliability

Outdoor work

Hardworking

Positive attitude

Job description

We're looking for a reliable and hardworking person to join our team as a Litter Picker. This role is about more than picking up rubbish, it's about taking pride in keeping spaces tidy, safe, and welcoming for everyone. Every shift, you'll see the difference your work makes, from cleaner paths to safer, more enjoyable areas for people and wildlife.

We're looking for someone dependable, happy to work outdoors in all weathers, and able to take pride in doing a job well. You don't need previous experience, just reliability, a positive attitude, and a willingness to get stuck in.

Ground Control is a UK-based grounds maintenance company that's been looking after outdoor spaces since 1973. From green spaces to construction projects, we help keep over 50,000 sites across the UK clean, safe, and welcoming. If you want a role where your work is valued and you can see the difference you make every day, we'd love to hear from you.

Equal Opportunities Statement At Ground Control, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to thrive. We believe that diversity drives innovation and success, and we welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, race (including colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin), religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic as defined in the Equality Act 2010. We actively support and promote an inclusive culture, ensuring fair and equitable treatment throughout the recruitment process and across all stages of employment, including training, development, promotion, pay, and termination. We are committed to providing reasonable adjustments for disabled applicants and employees, and to creating a working environment free from discrimination, harassment, bullying, or victimisation. We expect all colleagues to uphold our values of dignity, respect, and inclusion. We take a zero-tolerance approach to any form of discriminatory behaviour and are committed to continuous improvement through training, inclusive policies, and accountability at all levels.

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What you'll get:

• Consistent, reliable routine: Early-morning shifts, stable employment, and regular hours
• All PPE and uniform provided: Replaced when needed to keep you safe
• Training and ongoing support: no experience required
• Supportive team and clear standards: Know exactly what "good" looks like
• Visible results every shift: Take pride in seeing the difference your work makes
• Active, outdoor work: Stay moving and enjoy working outside, Competitive salary in line with real living wage
• Pension scheme - helping you plan for the future
• Recognition schemes - celebrating and rewarding great work
• Online GP service - fast, convenient access to medical support
• Life insurance - providing added peace of mind
• Subsidised gym membership - supporting your health and wellbeing