Maintenance Operative

JAM Recruitment Ltd; Ashton-under-Lyne; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Van provided

Tools provided

DBS check

Immediate start

Job summary

JAM Recruitment Ltd is seeking a Maintenance Operative for a temporary role in Taunton. The position covers grounds and general maintenance across Taunton and Bridgwater, with duties including gardening, grass cutting and general repairs.

A van and tools are provided, DBS check required, and work runs for a minimum of three months. Ideal candidates are practical and experienced in outdoor maintenance, able to work remotely across sites, and comfortable using a tablet to log tasks.

Qualifications

• Experience in gardening, grounds maintenance, or similar hands-on role.
• Comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Able to operate tablet to record work and communicate tasks.

Responsibilities

• General gardening and grounds maintenance across Taunton/Bridgwater sites.
• Grass cutting, strimming and hedge trimming.
• Maintaining outdoor areas and keeping grounds tidy.
• General repairs and maintenance around sites.
• Painting and basic repairs of buildings and facilities.
• Moving materials and carrying out general labouring duties.
• Identifying and reporting maintenance issues.
• Following Health & Safety procedures and safe working practices.

Skills

Gardening

Grounds maintenance

Outdoor work

Tablet use

Driving licence

Health & safety

Tools

Van for business use

Tools provided

Job description

A Maintenance Operative is required in Taunton for a temporary grounds and general maintenance position. The hourly rate ranges from £12.82 to £15.38, depending on experience, with work scheduled Monday to Friday, either 8:00am–4:00pm or 9:00am–5:00pm. A van, tools, and DBS check are provided, and the contract runs for a minimum of three months. Duties include gardening, property upkeep, and varied outdoor tasks across the Taunton and Bridgwater areas. Practical individuals with prior grounds maintenance experience will suit this hands-on role.

Role

• Grounds & General Maintenance Operatives to work across the Taunton and Bridgwater area . This is a hands-on role that would suit someone who enjoys working outdoors and has experience in gardening, grounds maintenance and general property maintenance .
• We have 1–4 positions available and are looking for reliable, practical individuals who are available to start as soon as possible.
• Your duties will be varied and will mainly involve: General gardening and grounds maintenance
• Grass cutting, strimming and hedge trimming
• Maintaining outdoor areas and keeping grounds tidy
• General repairs and maintenance around sites
• Painting, basic repairs and upkeep of buildings and facilities
• Moving materials and carrying out general labouring duties when required
• Identifying and reporting maintenance issues
• Working across multiple sites in the Taunton / Bridgwater area
• Using a tablet to record completed work and update information
• Following Health & Safety procedures and safe working practices

About You

• We\'re looking for candidates who: Have previous experience in gardening, grounds maintenance, general maintenance or a similar hands-on role
• Are comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions
• Are practical, reliable and willing to get stuck in
• Have good attention to detail
• Are confident using a tablet
• Have good communication skills
• Can work independently and manage their workload
• Have a positive can-do attitude
• Hold a full clean UK driving licence – essential

What\'s on Offer?

• £12.82 – £15.38 per hour depending on experience
• Monday to Friday – no weekends
• 8am–4pm or 9am–5pm
• Van provided for business use
• Tools and equipment provided
• Minimum 3 months\' work
• Immediate start available, subject to DBS
• 1–4 positions available
• Varied outdoor and general maintenance work