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Grounds Maintenance Operative

Advanced Resource Managers Limited • Full-time • Bracknell, South East England, GB • £12 - £60 / hour • 19h ago

Grounds Maintenance Operative

Bracknell

12-week contract - Temp to Permanent.

£12.60 per hour PAYE

Key Responsibilities

Carry out a range of grounds maintenance tasks including grass cutting, hedge trimming, pruning, weed control and litter picking.
Maintain communal outdoor areas to a high standard of cleanliness and presentation.
Use a PDA or digital reporting system to record site visits and tasks completed.
Follow all Health & Safety procedures, ensuring PPE is worn and safe working practices are maintained at all times.
Attend and participate in toolbox talks, identifying training or safety needs where appropriate.
Use appropriate mechanical and hand tools while following best horticultural practices.
Ensure all equipment is cleaned, maintained and stored correctly, reporting any faults or defects to the supervisor.
Carry out daily vehicle checks, ensuring vehicles are clean and oil and coolant levels are maintained, reporting any issues as required.
Support other teams or trades when needed to ensure residents receive the best possible service.
Undertake any other duties appropriate to the role.

Experience & Skills

Previous experience in grounds maintenance, landscaping, or a similar role, ideally within residential estates or property maintenance.
Good understanding of practical horticulture and estate maintenance.
Experience using grounds maintenance equipment such as mowers, strimmers and hedge cutters.
PA1 and PA6a pesticide certification (or equivalent) for the safe use of pesticides.
Full UK driving licence, preferably with towing capability.
Strong communication skills and the ability to work well with colleagues and residents.
A positive, professional attitude with the ability to adapt to different situations and customer needs.

Disclaimer:

This vacancy is being advertised by either Advanced Resource Managers Limited, Advanced Resource Managers IT Limited or Advanced Resource Managers Engineering Limited ("ARM"). ARM is a specialist talent acquisition and management consultancy. We provide technical contingency recruitment and a portfolio of more complex resource solutions. Our specialist recruitment divisions cover the entire technical arena, including some of the most economically and strategically important industries in the UK and the world today. We will never send your CV without your permission. Where the role is marked as Outside IR35 in the advertisement this is subject to receipt of a final Status Determination Statement from the end Client and may be subject to change.