Operative, Weymouth

Parkwood Holdings Limited; Weymouth; On-site; GBP 14,445 - 20,573; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Full training and PPE

Support from experienced supervisors

Potential opportunities for longer-term work

Job summary

Parkwood Holdings Limited is seeking Grounds Maintenance Operatives in Weymouth. This role involves performing essential outdoor work across utility sites and green spaces, ensuring a well-maintained environment.

The position offers £12.71 per hour, full training, and safety equipment. Ideal candidates are reliable, enjoy working outdoors, and are willing to learn, regardless of previous experience. This is an excellent opportunity for those seeking seasonal work while maintaining other commitments.

Qualifications

• No previous grounds maintenance experience is required.
• Experience in similar roles is desirable.
• Must enjoy working outdoors in all weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Carry out essential outdoor works across utility sites and green spaces.
• Perform tasks such as grass cutting, hedge trimming, and weed control.
• Work as part of a team and follow safety instructions.

Skills

Reliable and punctual

Willing to learn and get stuck in

Able to follow instructions and work safely

Education

Full UK driving licence

Job description

Grounds Maintenance Operative - Weymouth

Pay: £12.71 per hour

Contract: Fixed-term: July - October

Looking for a good outdoor job where you can stay active, work as part of a team, and earn steady pay? Glendale is recruiting Grounds Maintenance Operatives to support our teams across Somerset and Dorset during the busy spring and summer season. This is a great opportunity if you enjoy working outdoors, want physical work that keeps you fit, or are looking for seasonal employment alongside studies, travel plans, or other commitments.

Role

You will be working as part of a grounds maintenance team, carrying out essential outdoor works across utility sites, housing, and green spaces. No two days are the same, and you'll be based outside.

Typical tasks include:

• Grass cutting
• Strimming and edging
• Hedge trimming
• Weed control
• General site tidy-up and vegetation management

You will be given full training, PPE, and support, and you'll always be working with experienced team members. We’re looking for people who are:

• Reliable and punctual
• Happy working outdoors in all weather
• Willing to learn and get stuck in
• Able to follow instructions and work safely

No previous grounds maintenance experience is required — training will be provided. However, experience is desirable. A full UK driving licence is required.

What Glendale Provides

• £12.71 per hour DOE
• Full training and PPE
• Safe, well‑organised work
• Support from experienced supervisors
• Potential opportunities for longer‑term or permanent work

Many of our permanent operatives and team leaders started in seasonal roles.

About Glendale

Glendale is one of the UK's leading green space management companies, with nearly 35 years of experience maintaining parks, estates, and public spaces across the UK. For more information, visit www.glendale-services.co.uk.