Grounds Maintenance Operative
Evesham, WorcestershireSalary: £26,00039 hours per week | Rotating shift pattern
Are you someone who enjoys working outdoors, takes pride in maintaining clean, safe, and well‑kept environments, and is looking for a stable, long‑term career? We’re offering a fantastic opportunity to join our team as a Grounds Maintenance Operative, helping us deliver essential facilities services for one of the UK’s most important sectors. As part of our dedicated team, you’ll play a vital role in keeping the grounds operating to the highest standards.
The Role
You’ll work as part of the facilities team delivering a wide range of outdoor maintenance and horticultural tasks, including:
- Grass cutting, hedge trimming, leaf clearance and litter picking
- Weed spraying and general planting, pruning and seeding
- Light landscaping and tree care duties
- Setting out and maintaining sports pitches (grass, tarmac & synthetic)
- Equipment checks and safe operation of light plant and power tools
- Erecting and dismantling equipment
- Painting and basic repairs to outdoor equipment
- Drainage works and general grounds upkeep
- Supporting local and business Zero Carbon initiatives
- Ensuring high standards of safety and compliance across the grounds
The Responsibilities
We’re looking for someone dependable, proactive and safety conscious, with:
- A full UK driving licence
- Experience in gardening, landscaping or grounds maintenance
- Weed spraying certificate (PA1/PA6 desirable)
- Confidence operating light machinery, equipment and wheeled tractors
- Strong understanding of health and safety legislation
- Chainsaw‑related qualifications (CS30, CS31 or CS34)
- Ability to work well in a team and follow safe working practices
- Security Clearance is required
The Benefits
- Competitive salary with annual review potential
- 24+ days holiday plus bank holidays (with the option to buy more)
- Generous pension scheme with additional employer contributions
- Comprehensive training & development, including funded leadership programmes
- Clear progression pathways across FM and supervisory roles
- Access to flexible benefits: insurance options, Cycle2Work, discounted gyms
- Exclusive retail & wellbeing discounts via our online portal
- Two paid Social Impact Days each year for volunteering
- Family‑friendly policies and supportive workplace culture
- Free on‑site parking and catering facilities
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