Grounds Maintenance OperativeLocation: Denham (covering sites across London)Salary: £24,242.40 per annumVacancy Type: Permanent, 6 month contract, subject to extensionHours: 37 hours per week, Mon - Thurs 7.30am to 3.30pm and on Fridays 7.30am to 3.00pmClosing Date: 14th November 2025Do you enjoy working outdoors and within green open spaces?If you prefer fresh air, teamwork, and making a visible difference to your surroundings this could be the role for you.The Forward Trust is a leading charity supporting people to achieve recovery, rehabilitation, and employment. We own and operate Blue Sky Services, a social enterprise within our Employment Services Division.Blue Sky Services delivers grounds maintenance, horticultural, facilities management, and environmental services to local authorities, social landlords, and other partners while providing real job opportunities to people with lived experience, including ex-offenders, people in recovery, and those unemployed or NEET.All staff are employed on Forward Trust terms and conditions.The RoleAs a Grounds Maintenance Operative, you’ll work outdoors across a variety of sites, supporting your team to:Carry out grounds maintenance, landscaping, waste management, house clearance, pest control and other environmental services.Safely operate machinery such as strimmers, mowers, and hedge cutters (training and supervision provided).Maintain high standards of health and safety, equality, and professionalism on every site.Report any incidents, safeguarding concerns, or maintenance issues to your supervisor or manager.You’ll also help ensure vehicles and equipment are kept clean, safe, and ready for use, and that all documentation is completed accurately.