Seasonal Environmental Grounds Maintainer

JT Recruit; Leicester; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

JT Recruit is assisting a client in Leicestershire to recruit a General Environmental Operative/Grass Cutter. The role involves maintaining verges, hedges and footpaths to a seasonal plan across Leicestershire, with flexibility and a strong safety focus.

Tasks vary by season, including grass cutting, hedge trimming, edging and sign washing. Essential qualifications include NVQ 2 in Highways Maintenance or equivalent, NRSWA Operative, and driving licences (including LGV/CPC/DQC).

Qualifications

• NVQ 2 in Highways Maintenance or similar.
• NRSWA qualification (Operative).
• National Highways Sector Scheme 12D.
• Valid driving licence.
• LGV Licence and CPC with DQC Card.
• Demonstrable evidence of highway/civil engineering experience and the ability to work in a highways environment.

Responsibilities

• Grass cutting in urban areas following set routes and schedules.
• Hedge trimming and verge maintenance.
• Edging back to verges and cutting back overhanging foliage.
• Use of plant and machinery with emphasis on safety procedures.

Skills

Measurement and calculation

Education

NVQ 2 in Highways Maintenance or similar

Skilled Road-worker Trades Test Assessment

NRSWA Qualification (Operative)

National Highways Sector Scheme 12D

Valid driving licence

LGV Licence and CPC with DQC Card

Job description

JT Recruit is assisting a client in Leicestershire to recruit a General Environmental Operative/Grass Cutter. The role involves maintaining verges, hedges and footpaths to a seasonal plan across Leicestershire, with flexibility and a strong safety focus.

Tasks vary by season, including grass cutting, hedge trimming, edging and sign washing. Essential qualifications include NVQ 2 in Highways Maintenance or equivalent, NRSWA Operative, and driving licences (including LGV/CPC/DQC).