Senior Grounds Maintenance Operative

Leeds Federated Housing Association Limited; Leeds; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A housing association in the UK is seeking a Senior Grounds Maintenance Operative to lead grounds maintenance and estate management across various properties. The ideal candidate will have experience in maintenance, possess a UK driving license, and be capable of supporting and motivating team members. The role offers flexible working hours and various benefits including health and pension schemes.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Health benefits scheme

Enhanced leave

30 days holiday plus bank holidays

Occupational pension scheme

Qualifications

• Experience in grounds maintenance or a similar role.
• Attention to detail and ability to complete work to a consistent standard.
• Organised, reliable and able to manage your workload effectively.
• Support and encourage others, helping your team stay motivated.

Responsibilities

• Plan and carry out grounds and estate maintenance.
• Provide on-site leadership and allocate tasks.
• Carry out grounds maintenance tasks like grass cutting and planting.
• Monitor work quality and ensure health and safety standards.
• Keep accurate records of work and equipment checks.

Skills

Grounds maintenance experience

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Team motivation

Customer service

Job description

We’re looking for a Senior Grounds Maintenance Operative to lead on delivering day‑to‑day grounds maintenance estate management and improvement works across Leeds Federated properties and external contracts.

You’ll plan, organise and carry out work to a high standard making sure jobs are done safely and efficiently. You’ll also support and motivate team members ensuring health and safety procedures are followed and records are kept accurately.

What you’ll do:

• Plan and carry out grounds and estate maintenance, making regular site visits and ensuring good quality and value for money.
• Provide on‑site leadership by allocating tasks, guiding team members and being the main point of contact for tenants.
• Carry out grounds maintenance tasks including grass cutting, planting, fencing and litter picking.
• Deliver toolbox talks and provide practical instructions for staff, including new starters.
• Monitor work quality and ensure health and safety standards are met.
• Keep accurate records of work completed, equipment checks and material use.
• Ensure all vehicles, tools and machinery are safe and well maintained.
• Provide excellent customer service and positively represent Leeds Federated.

What we’re looking for:

• Experience in grounds maintenance or a similar role.
• Attention to detail and ability to complete work to a consistent standard.
• Organised, reliable and able to manage your workload effectively.
• Support and encourage others, helping your team stay motivated and maintain high morale.
• Hold a full UK driving licence (essential).

If you are ready to take the next step in your career and want to be part of a purpose‑driven organisation, apply today!

Benefits:

• Flexible working hours and options for home working.
• Healthshield health benefits scheme.
• Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption pay.
• 30 days holiday (plus bank holidays).
• Occupational pension scheme.

Leeds Federated is an equal opportunities employer and promotes diversity in everything we do and therefore welcomes applications from all sections of the community.