Outdoor Grounds Maintenance Operative – Mobile Role

Platform Housing Group; Leicester, Matlock; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension contribution up to 12%

Medicash health plan

25 days holiday + 8 bank holidays

Job summary

Platform Housing Group is seeking a Grounds Maintenance Operative to join our Leicester-based team, delivering high quality grounds maintenance and estates services across our communities. This permanent, year-round role requires outdoor fitness and a positive, customer-focused approach.

You will perform tractor and pedestrian grass maintenance, hedge cutting, planting, litter picking and general landscape upkeep, with a reliable driving licence and a commitment to health and safety.

Qualifications

• Full UK driving licence required.
• Live within commuting distance of Matlock depot.
• Health & safety awareness.
• Grounds maintenance experience with plant/machinery.
• PA1/PA6 spraying certificates advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Maintain landscaped and communal green areas to a high standard.
• Carry out tractor and pedestrian grass maintenance, strimming and hedge cutting.
• Planting, pruning and weed control; litter picking as required.
• Ensure outdoor work is performed in all weather with appropriate PPE.
• Uphold health and safety standards and work as part of a team.

Skills

Driving licence

Job description

Platform Housing Group is seeking a Grounds Maintenance Operative to join our Leicester-based team, delivering high quality grounds maintenance and estates services across our communities. This permanent, year-round role requires outdoor fitness and a positive, customer-focused approach.

You will perform tractor and pedestrian grass maintenance, hedge cutting, planting, litter picking and general landscape upkeep, with a reliable driving licence and a commitment to health and safety.