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Grounds and Maintenance Operative

Job Title: Grounds and Maintenance Operative
Reporting to: Facilities Manager
Hours: 24 hours per week, worked Monday, Wednesday and Friday (8 hours per day)
Location: Huntsmill Farm, Buckingham
Salary: £17,000 per annum (actual salary, based on 24 hours per week)
Full-time equivalent £26,500, depending on experience

About Huntsmill Farm

Huntsmill Farm is a family-owned wedding venue set in the Buckinghamshire countryside, offering a beautifully restored barn, landscaped grounds and on-site accommodation.

We are proud to be a certified B Corporation, reflecting our commitment to high standards of environmental responsibility, ethical business practices and positive impact on our people, community and surroundings. We take sustainability seriously and are always looking for ways to care for the land, our buildings and those who work with us, while delivering exceptional experiences for our couples and guests.

Alongside this, we pride ourselves on offering a friendly, supportive and close‑knit working environment where teamwork, quality and pride in our venue truly matter.

The Role

We are looking for an experienced Grounds and Maintenance Operative to join our growing Facilities team. This is a hands-on role responsible for maintaining the venue, buildings and grounds to an exceptionally high standard at all times.

The role plays a key part in creating excellent first impressions, particularly on wedding and event days and during client viewings. You will take real ownership of the look and feel of the site, working closely with the Facilities Manager, cleaning team and external contractors where required.

Your days will be varied, combining routine maintenance with one-off projects. You will take pride in your work, show strong attention to detail and enjoy being responsible for keeping the venue looking its best.

Key Responsibilities

Grounds Maintenance

Take ownership of the appearance of all external spaces and guest accommodation
Maintain high presentation standards for wedding days and client show rounds
Carry out routine grounds maintenance including lawn care, hedge trimming, pruning, planting and weeding
Clear communal outdoor areas between events, ensuring rubbish is removed and outdoor furniture is correctly positioned
Repair fences and outdoor furniture as required
Paint or stain exterior woodwork and outdoor building areas

Facilities Maintenance

Carry out general on-site maintenance tasks under the direction of the Facilities Manager, including:
Light bulb replacement
Furniture repair
Minor tiling repairs, mould removal and repainting
Minor carpentry
Painting and decorating
Small plaster repairs
Complete occasional projects to improve indoor and outdoor fixtures
Maintain a log of maintenance tasks, priorities and completion dates

General Responsibilities

Organise and maintain the workshop area, ensuring tools and machinery are stored and used safely
Manage storage of consumables, equipment and event furniture
Liaise with external contractors such as gardeners when required
Work collaboratively with the facilities and cleaning team to meet venue standards

Health and Safety

Work safely at all times in line with Health and Safety legislation, COSHH requirements and company procedures
Report hazards, damage or significant maintenance issues promptly

About You

Essential

Proven experience in grounds maintenance, general maintenance or carpentry
Confidence using grounds and maintenance equipment safely
Good working knowledge of Health and Safety regulations and COSHH
Experience undertaking a wide range of DIY and repair tasks
A reasonable level of physical fitness for a hands-on, active role
Strong attention to detail and pride in maintaining high standards
Ability to work independently as well as part of a team
Reliable, well organised and flexible, particularly during peak wedding season

Desirable

Experience working in a hospitality or events environment
A relevant maintenance, grounds or carpentry qualification
Basic plumbing or electrical experience
Formal Health and Safety training

What We Offer

In return, we offer a supportive and friendly working environment at an award winning wedding venue, where teamwork and quality genuinely matter. You will also benefit from:

Being part of a small, close-knit team
Competitive salary
Learning and development opportunities, including study support
28 days annual leave inclusive of Bank Holidays (pro rata)
Generous company pension scheme
Access to our health plan, giving you cashback on routine healthcare such as dental check‑ups, eye tests, prescriptions and physiotherapy
Working for a certified B Corporation with a genuine commitment to sustainability, people and ethical business
Beautiful surroundings and a positive team culture

How to Apply

If this sounds like the perfect role for you, we would love to hear from you. Please apply with a covering letter explaining why you would be a great fit for our team.

Interviews will take place in April, with a start date to be agreed in May.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: From £17,000.00 per year

Expected hours: 24 per week

Benefits:

Company events
Company pension
Health & wellbeing programme
On-site parking
Paid volunteer time
Private medical insurance

Application question(s):

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Location:

Buckingham MK18 5ND (required)

Work Location: In person

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