Grounds Maintenance Operative – Gardener in Birmingham

Job Description

Experienced and professional Grounds Maintenance Operative required to work with leading and highly reputable Birmingham based Housing Association.

Pay: £16.78 P/H (Umbrella – paid weekly)

Location: Birmingham

Hours: 37 hours

Start date: 25th May

Duration: Cover long term sickness, likely to be multiple months

Responsibilities

• Take pride in delivering high-quality grass cutting across our estates and communal areas. Using a range of modern tools and equipment, you’ll ensure every lawn is left looking neat, tidy and well cared for.
• You’ll be responsible for the safe removal and disposal of green waste, helping us keep all sites clean, tidy and environmentally compliant.
• From hedge and bush reduction to careful shaping and trimming, you’ll play a key part in keeping our landscapes healthy, attractive and well-maintained all year round.
• Use strimmers and other powered tools to give borders, edges and hard-to-reach spots a crisp, polished finish – ensuring every area looks its best.
• You’ll carry out effective weed control using approved methods, helping keep estates presentable and supporting long-term landscape health.
• Take ownership of shrub pruning, maintenance and seasonal planting, contributing to colourful, vibrant and welcoming outdoor spaces.
• Play an important role in maintaining safe and attractive estates through regular litter picking and general site tidying.
• Support the upkeep of paved and slabbed areas with light repairs, sweeping, weed treatment and general maintenance to ensure they remain safe and well-presented.

Requirements

• PA1 & PA6 spraying licence (ideal but not essential)
• Banksman training
• Licence to drive a trailer

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