An exciting opportunity has arisen for a grounds person to provide estate maintenance on the university grounds across several sites. Duties in this post include:
* To carry out, on a day-to-day basis, the routine operations necessary in maintaining the estate.
* To ensure completion of reactive duties in line with the help desk system, observing priorities set and working to scheduled timescales with the minimum of disruption.
* Carry out and assist with the full range of “year-round” cyclical horticultural/grounds maintenance, landscape development and estate operations.
* Assisting the grounds supervisor in the delivery of all aspects of grounds maintenance to deliver a high-quality environment. This will include grass cutting, hedge and shrub pruning, some hard landscaping (repairs), artificial pitch management, weed management and biodiversity management.
About you
* Full UK driving licence (as it is essential to drive to and from university sites)
* Good knowledge of plants
* Experience in using a broad range of horticultural machinery and equipment
* Practical experience of gardening and grounds maintenance
Qualifications
* Able to demonstrate literacy and numeracy skills to a standard appropriate to the post
* Qualification in either groundsman ship, gardening or other associated trades
About us
At the University of Northampton, we are committed to supporting aspirations, creating opportunities, and delivering meaningful impact. Our people are at the heart of everything we do, and we foster a progressive, inclusive environment where excellence thrives for our students and staff.
1stDegree Facilities is a trading name of UNEL which is a wholly-owned subsidiary of the University of Northampton and this vacancy is covered by UNEL Terms and Conditions of employment.
Our Values
* Inclusivity: We celebrate diversity and ensure that everyone has the opportunity to excel.
* Sustainability: We are committed to becoming a net zero carbon institution, taking collective action for the benefit of society and the environment.
* Aspiration: We strive for excellence in all we do, empowering our staff, students, and partners to reach their highest potential.
* Trust: We build relationships based on respect, transparency, and shared goals.
Right to work
All candidates will be asked to provide proof of eligibility to work in the UK at interview. Due to the requirements laid out by UK Visas and Immigration regarding Right to Work in the UK, the University can only accept applications from individuals who currently have a status allowing them to work in the UK for this position.
Due to this criteria, we regret that we are unable to offer sponsorship at this time.
Equality
We welcome applications from individuals from underrepresented groups.
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