Seasonal Grounds Maintenance Operative (12 m FTC) - LiveWest

ZipRecruiter; Shepton Mallet; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Seasonal Grounds Maintenance Operative and help keep the environment beautiful! This role offers a fantastic opportunity to develop your skills in a supportive team. You will engage in various tasks, including grass cutting and flower bed maintenance, ensuring the grounds are pristine. With a commitment to diversity and inclusion, this company fosters a culture where everyone can thrive. Enjoy a range of benefits, including generous holidays and training opportunities, while making a real difference in your community. Grow with us and contribute to a greener future!

Benefits

Up to 25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Enhanced maternity and shared parental leave

Support for personal and professional challenges

Discounts on retail, holidays, gym memberships

Resources to manage your finances

Colleague of the month and annual awards

Two days per year to support a cause of your choice

Qualifications

• Full valid UK driving license is essential.
• PA1 and PA6 licences are advantageous but not mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Grass cutting, strimming, and hedge pruning.
• Maintain flower beds and ensure grounds are in excellent condition.

Skills

Can-do attitude

Safety-conscious mindset

Physical fitness

Teamwork

Willingness to learn

Education

Full valid UK driving license

PA1 and PA6 licences

Job description

Job Description

Job title: Seasonal Grounds Maintenance Operative (12 m FTC) - LiveWest

Location: Shepton Mallet

Hourly rate: £12.40
Contract type: 12 months FTC

Working hours: Mon-Fri 7:00-15:30

About the role

Grass cutting, strimming, hedge pruning, flower bed maintenance, spraying, and more - join us as a Grounds Maintenance Operative and you'll be doing them all. As part of our team, you will keep grounds in wonderful condition for our clients. It's a great opportunity to develop your skills, gain valuable experience, and grow with us in a friendly and encouraging environment.

Requirements

• A full valid UK driving license.




• Can-do attitude and safety-conscious mindset.




• Physically fit and able to work outdoors in all weather conditions.




• Willingness to learn and work well in a team.




• PA1 and PA6 licences are an advantage but not essential.

Why join us?

As the UK's leading grounds maintenance and landscape creation provider, no two projects are ever the same - and neither are our people. That's why we're committed to nurturing a diverse and inclusive culture where everyone can thrive.

What we offer

• We offer career advancement and development opportunities through our bespoke apprenticeship programmes, our extensive in-house training academy, and coaching and mentorship.




• Join a diverse and inclusive workplace where you can collaborate with passionate and talented individuals.




• Contribute to projects that make a real difference in the community and environment.




• We recognise and reward your hard work with our wide-ranging benefits package designed to prioritise your wellbeing, support life choices, and help in both good and challenging times.

Benefits

• Up to 25 days holiday plus bank holidays.




• Enhanced maternity and shared parental leave.




• Support for personal and professional challenges.




• Discounts on retail, holidays, gym memberships, and more.




• Resources to manage your finances.




• Secure your future.




• Colleague of the month and annual awards.




• Two days per year to support a cause of your choice.




• Comprehensive resources and support.

About idverde

We are Europe's largest provider of grounds maintenance services and landscape creation, in the UK alone we're a community of over 3,000 passionate colleagues shaping the future of the green industry.

At idverde, we understand what it means to grow. Our history dates back to 1919, and today, with a turnover of £250 million, we're more than just a company - we're a force for positive change. We offer a range of services to create, maintain, and manage landscapes across the UK.

Grow with us, and together we'll create a greener future for all.

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