Seasonal Grounds Maintenance Operatives
Location: MOD Weeton Barracks
Salary/ Hourly Rate: £12.21 per hour
Contract type: FTC starting mid-March 2025
Working hours: Mon-Fri 07:00-16:00
About the role
You will be responsible for a range of activities from grass cutting, strimming, hedge pruning and flower bed maintenance for clients across the region. This is a unique opportunity to enhance your current career, be trained to a high standard and challenge yourself in an encouraging and friendly environment!
Responsibilities & Requirements
* Physically fit and able to work outdoors in all weather conditions
* Grass Cutting: Regularly cut grass areas to maintain an even height and healthy appearance.
* Weed Control: Identify and eliminate weeds using appropriate methods and tools to promote healthy plant growth.
* General Landscape Maintenance: Assist with the care and maintenance of gardens, flower beds, and other landscaped areas.
* Litter and Debris Removal: Keep outdoor areas free from litter and debris to ensure a clean environment.
* Equipment Maintenance: Maintain and care for tools and equipment used in grounds maintenance tasks.
* Willingness to learn and work well in a team
* PA1 and PA6 licences are an advantage but not essential
* A full valid UK driving licence
* Prior experience in Grounds Maintenance, using hand & mechanical tools, with a can-do attitude and safety-conscious mindset
* Undertake a Basic DBS Check
Why join us?
As the UK's leading grounds maintenance and landscape creation provider, no two projects are ever the same - and neither are our people. That's why we're committed to nurturing a diverse and inclusive culture where everyone can thrive.
Benefits
* Annual leave: Up to 25 days holiday plus bank holidays. Adapt according to role.
* Family-friendly policies: Enhanced maternity and shared parental leave.
* Employee Assistance Programmes: Support for personal and professional challenges.
* Voluntary benefits: Discounts on retail, holidays, gym memberships, and more.
* Financial wellbeing support: Resources to manage your finances.
* Competitive pension scheme: Secure your future.
* Recognition schemes: Colleague of the month and annual awards.
* Volunteering policy: Two days per year to support a cause of your choice.
* Mental health support: Comprehensive resources and support.
About idverde
We are Europe's largest provider of grounds maintenance services and landscape creation, in the UK alone we're a community of over 3,000 passionate colleagues shaping the future of the green industry.
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