Grounds Maintenance Operative Greenwich

Parks for London; Greenwich (CT); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Grounds Maintenance Operative to join their dynamic team. This role offers the chance to work outdoors, maintaining beautiful green spaces and contributing to the community. You will enjoy a supportive environment that prioritizes employee development and career progression. With comprehensive training provided, you will be equipped to handle various grounds maintenance tasks, from mowing to hedge trimming. This position not only offers a competitive salary but also a range of benefits including gym memberships and employee discounts, making it an exciting opportunity for those passionate about outdoor work.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Incremental annual leave

Access to employee discount portal

Free gym membership

Employee health cash plan

Cycle to Work scheme

Pension scheme

Company sick pay

Career progression opportunities

Training and development

Qualifications

• Must hold a full, clean driving licence.
• Experience in grounds maintenance and horticulture is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Perform grounds maintenance tasks including mowing and hedge trimming.
• Responsible for sports markings and general maintenance of shrub beds.

Skills

Grounds Maintenance

Horticulture

Driving Light Commercial Vehicles

Handheld Machinery

Job description

Grounds Maintenance Operative Greenwich

40 Hours Per Week

Are you highly motivated? Do you enjoy working outdoors? Are you enthusiastic and hardworking?

If you identify with the above, this role was made for you!

At Glendale, we have a great new opportunity for a Grounds Maintenance Operative to join our Commercial team, working on a variety of sites across the region.

Most importantly, you will be joining a company that offers valuable career prospects and believes in investing in its people.

Who are we?

Glendale, a winner of BALI Employer of the Year, has revenues of £45 million.

We are one of the largest green space management service providers in the UK, specialising in tree care, grounds maintenance, and landscaping. For more information, visit www.glendale-services.co.uk. We are a green business with “green thinking” at the core of everything we do. Since 1989, we have been at the forefront of green services provision, offering innovative solutions for green environment management and maintenance.

Who are you?

Applicants must hold a full, clean driving licence. Experience driving light commercial vehicles and towing trailers is desirable. You should be reliable, conscientious, have a can-do attitude, and be willing to learn. The ability to work independently is essential. Previous experience in grounds maintenance, horticulture, and use of handheld machinery is desirable but full training will be provided.

A glimpse into the role awaiting you

Your responsibilities will include grounds maintenance tasks such as mowing large grassed areas, strimming, blowing, line marking, renovation, hedge trimming, and general maintenance of shrub beds. Additional duties include sports markings, hedge cutting, and hard surface spraying operations.

What can Glendale offer you?

• Competitive salary
• Incremental annual leave
• Access to BenefitHub employee discount portal—discounts on travel, shopping, gift cards, cinema tickets, leisure activities, and daily expenses
• Free gym membership for you and a nominated person
• Employee health cash plan
• Cycle to Work scheme (dependent on HMRC guidelines)
• Pension scheme
• Company sick pay
• Career progression opportunities
• Training and development

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We are proud to be Equal Opportunity employers and are committed to inclusion and diversity.

If you are interested in applying, we recommend doing so early to avoid disappointment, as interviews will be held throughout the process. Please note, if you have not received a response within 21 days, consider your application unsuccessful this time.