We are seeking a dedicated and hardworking Grounds Maintenance Operative to join our team in Halifax. In this role you will be responsible for carrying out a range of day-to-day tasks including grass mowing, strimming, hedge and shrub cutting, litter picking, and herbicide spraying. You'll also carry out regular inspections, helping to create safe and pleasant spaces for residents and visitors. Together Housing: We are one of the largest housing associations in the North of England, managing over 38,000 homes across the North of England. We are a non-profit organisation, meaning any money we make is invested back into the company for the benefit of our residents and local communities. Diversity & Inclusion: As an organisation we are committed to having a Diverse and Inclusive workforce. We would therefore welcome applications from candidates with any of the nine protected characteristics. We are also proud to be a Disability Confident employer. Further information can be found at this link - https://togetherhousing-group.my.canva.site/ Requirements Outline of key responsibilities for the Grounds Maintenance Operative... Act as a point of contact for residents, responding to their queries, liaising with Together Housing colleagues where necessary & giving an excellent standard of customer service at all times.Use strimmers, mowers, and ride-on mowers for grass cutting, including playgrounds. Edge grass areas and apply herbicides/pesticides. Prune hedges, shrubs, and trees with various tools. Clear debris from paths and gardens using blowers or manually.Carry out seeding and turfing of grassed areas, planting or re-planting of shrub and flower beds, preparing and sowing wild flower beds and any other horticultural tasks.Perform litter picking and rubbish clearance in landscaped areas
