Mobile Cleaning & Gardening Operative - Cambridge

Encore; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave

Health benefits

Wellbeing support

Cycle to Work

Perkbox rewards

Company pension

Job summary

Encore in Cambridge is seeking a hands-on Mobile Cleaning & Gardening Operative to join our established team. This mobile role covers multiple sites, offering a genuine opportunity to make a positive impact in the local community while taking pride in your work.

The position is full-time (40 hours weekly) with a 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM shift. A full UK driving licence is essential, and duties include lawn care, weed control, pruning, light maintenance, cleaning, litter removal, and basic system

Qualifications

• Caretaking, cleaning or similar background is advantageous.
• Must be self-motivated and pride yourself on delivering results.
• Full UK driving license is essential for the role.

Responsibilities

• Lawn care and grass cutting
• Regular weed control including weed-killing treatments
• Seasonal pruning and maintenance of plant beds
• General caretaking tasks such as cleaning and light maintenance
• Litter picking and leaf removal
• Testing emergency lighting and fire alarm systems (training provided)
• Planned maintenance activities (e.g., light switch checks, lamp replacements)

Skills

Outdoor work

Self-motivated

Community-minded

Full UK Driving License

Job description

Are you a hands-on, proactive individual with a passion for maintaining high standards? We're seeking a Mobile Cleaning & Gardening Operative to join our established team in Cambridge. This is a mobile role covering multiple prestigious sites, offering the opportunity to make a real impact in the local community while taking pride in your work.

Role Overview

• Annual Salary: £28,000
• Location: Cambridge area (mobile role)
• Hours: Full-time, 40 hours per week (7:30 AM - 4:00 PM)
• Requirments: Full UK Driving License essential

Key Responsibilities

• Lawn care and grass cutting
• Regular weeding, including weed-killing treatments
• Seasonal pruning, deadheading, and maintaining plant beds
• General caretaking tasks such as cleaning and light maintenance
• Litter picking and leaf removal
• Testing emergency lighting and fire alarm systems (training provided)
• Conducting Planned Maintenance activities (e.g., light switch checks, lamp replacements)

What We’re Looking For

While previous caretaking experience is not essential, a background in caretaking, cleaning, or similar roles would be advantageous. We’re seeking someone who:

• Is self-motivated and takes pride in delivering excellent results
• Enjoys working outdoors and being active
• Values contributing to the community through their work
• Full UK Driving License is essential for this role

What’s in It for You?

We believe in taking care of our team just as much as they care for our sites. Our benefits include:

• Annual Leave: 20 days + bank holidays + your birthday off every year
• Health Benefits: Access to SmartHealth online health services for you and your immediate family
• Wellbeing Support: Eye care vouchers and a Cycle to Work scheme
• Recognition: Perkbox rewards and company social events
• Company pension scheme

Why Join Us?

At our company, you’ll be part of a supportive team that values dedication, quality, and community spirit. You’ll work across a variety of sites, keeping each one safe, clean, and welcoming for all.