Job Opportunity: Grounds Maintenance Worker – Council Estates
Location: Various sites across the borough
Full-Time | Monday to Friday 07.30 - 15.30

Full UK driving licence required – trailer licence highly desirable

About the Role

Are you passionate about creating safe, clean, and welcoming outdoor spaces? We’re looking for a Grounds Maintenance Worker to join our clients dedicated team, supporting the upkeep of council estates and communal areas across the borough.

As part of our clients frontline service, you’ll help maintain green spaces, pathways, play areas, and estate entrances — making a real difference in the lives of residents and contributing to community wellbeing and pride.

Key Responsibilities

Maintain lawns, hedges, flower beds, and communal gardens
Regularly carry out litter picking and waste removal
Keep pathways, entrances, and communal spaces clean and hazard-free
Perform seasonal tasks such as leaf clearance, snow removal, and gritting
Report fly-tipping, vandalism, or safety issues to the relevant council teams
Operate and maintain groundskeeping equipment (e.g., mowers, strimmers, leaf blowers)
Represent the council with a professional, respectful attitude toward residents

What We’re Looking For

Experience in grounds maintenance or landscaping
Familiarity with health and safety procedures in public areas
Confident in using and maintaining outdoor tools and machinery
Physically fit and able to work in all weather conditions
Basic horticultural knowledge
Strong communication skills and a community-minded approach
Full UK driving licence required – trailer licence highly desirable

Working Conditions

Outdoor-based role across multiple council estates
May include manual handling and use of protective gear
Monday to Friday schedule (occasional flexibility may be required)

Job Types: Full-time, Temporary
Contract length: 4 months

Pay: £15.39 per hour

Expected hours: 36 per week

Experience:

Grounds Maintenance: 1 year (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

Driving Licence (required)

Work Location: In person

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