Grounds Maintenance Operative

Job Title: Grounds Maintenance Operative

Location: Wareham

Pay Rate: £13.26 per hour

Hours: 37 hours per week

Contract Type: Temporary

About the Role

Working alongside the Grounds Maintenance Team Leader, you will help deliver a range of scheduled grounds and landscape maintenance tasks across the Wareham area. This is a hands‑on outdoor role suited to someone who enjoys physical work, takes pride in maintaining high standards, and is committed to excellent public service.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out a variety of grounds maintenance and landscaping duties, including grass cutting, hedge trimming, and general upkeep of public spaces
• Safely operate tools, machinery, vehicles, and powered equipment
• Follow health and safety procedures, including PPE requirements and risk assessments
• Represent Dorset Council professionally and respond courteously to public enquiries
• Work outdoors in all weather conditions and undertake physically demanding tasks
• Support the team with planned and reactive maintenance work as required

Essential Skills & Requirements

• Previous experience in grounds maintenance, landscaping, or similar outdoor manual work
• Ability to safely use grounds maintenance tools and powered equipment
• Good understanding of health and safety practices
• Strong team‑working skills and a positive, reliable attitude
• Good communication skills and ability to engage professionally with members of the public
• Flexible approach to work and willingness to undertake unplanned tasks when needed
• Full UK driving licence (essential)

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