Overview
We are seeking a dedicated Grounds Maintenance Worker to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining and enhancing outdoor spaces, ensuring they are safe, attractive, and well-kept. This role offers the opportunity to work in a dynamic environment, applying a range of horticultural and maintenance skills to support our organisation’s landscape and infrastructure needs.
Duties
- Perform landscape maintenance tasks including mowing, pruning, planting, and fertilising to ensure healthy growth and aesthetic appeal.
- Operate various power tools and hand tools such as trimmers, hedge cutters, and shovels to carry out routine groundskeeping activities.
- Maintain irrigation systems, inspecting for faults and making necessary repairs to ensure efficient water distribution.
- Use mechanical equipment such as excavators for larger landscaping or construction projects.
- Conduct general maintenance tasks including repairing fences, pathways, and other outdoor structures.
- Assist with construction projects related to outdoor spaces, ensuring safety standards are met throughout the process.
- Monitor the condition of grounds and report any hazards or issues requiring attention.
- Support seasonal planting and horticultural activities to enhance the visual appeal of outdoor areas.
Skills
- Proven experience in landscape maintenance or gardening, with a good understanding of horticulture principles.
- Mechanical knowledge related to gardening equipment and small machinery repairs.
- Proficiency in using hand tools, power tools, and specialised equipment such as excavators.
- Knowledge of irrigation systems and their maintenance requirements.
- Strong organisational skills with an ability to prioritise tasks effectively.
- Ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions while maintaining safety standards.
- Good teamwork skills with a proactive approach to problem-solving.
- Relevant qualifications or experience in construction or groundskeeping are desirable but not essential. This role offers an engaging environment for individuals passionate about outdoor maintenance and landscape care, providing opportunities for skill development across various technical areas within grounds management.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: £24,420.00-£51,307.70 per year
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Life insurance
- Private medical insurance
Work Location: In person
