We are looking for an experienced Grounds Maintenance Operative to join our team in Shropshire, maintaining the land owned by Connexus and its customers.

We offer annualised hours for our Grounds Maintenance Team which will be worked as follows:

During summer months (March to October) you will work 42.5 hours per week over five days from 7.30am-4.30pm

During winter months (November to February) you will work 26 hours per week over four days 7.30am-2.30pm

You will receive a consistent salary throughout the year.

We are looking for someone who has:

A valid driving licence is essential
The ability to lead a small team, implement health and safety procedures and carry out associated paperwork
Experience in carrying out grass cutting, hedge trimming, shrub pruning, litter picking, weed control
The ability to demonstrate both knowledge and experience of both the use and maintenance of mechanically driven equipment
Experience of using a ride on mower is essential
Horticultural knowledge is desirable
Reliable, self-motivated, and flexible attitude
Excellent customer service attributes and behaviours, enhancing the customers experience

If you are able to demonstrate this, then we’d love to hear from you!

This role will be subject to a basic DBS check.

Shortlisting date: 18 December 2025

Interview date: 08 January 2026

Connexus is a community focused rural housing group with over 10,500 homes across Shropshire and Herefordshire.

Our people are passionate about the services we provide and we will invest in them and empower them to provide a great service to all of our customers.

Our clear focus is excellent service delivery.

Email: recruitment@connexus-group.co.uk

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