Job Description
Job\ntitle: Grounds Maintenance Operative
Location: Winchester
Hourly\nRate: £11.44-12.38
Contract type: Full-time, Seasonal (8 months fixed-term contract)
Working\nhours: Monday - Friday 07:00-15:30, Friday 07:00-14:30
About the\nrole
We currently\nrequire multiple Grounds Maintenance Operatives to join our team in Winchester\nto support over the busy spring and summer seasons. You will keep several local\ngrounds in a wonderful condition for our client through grass cutting; using a\nride on and pedestrian mower, strimming, pruning, weeding, shrub and border\nmaintenance, litter picking and any other related horticultural duties.
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\nThis is a great opportunity to develop your skills, gain valuable experience,\nand grow with us in a friendly and encouraging environment.
Requirements
* Can-do\nattitude and safety-conscious mindset.
* Capable\nof working safely using a range of equipment and hand tools (strimmers,\nbackpack blowers, and push mowers).
* Previous\nride on mower experience would be an advantage.
* Physically\nfit and able to work outdoors in all weather conditions.
* Previous\nGrounds Maintenance experience is required.
* A\nfull valid UK manual driving licence is essential.
* PA1\nand PA6 licenses are desirable.
Why join\nus?
As the UK’s\nleading grounds maintenance and landscape creation provider, no two projects\nare ever the same – and neither are our people. That’s why we’re committed to\nnurturing a diverse and inclusive culture where everyone can thrive.
What we\noffer
* We offer\ncareer advancement and development opportunities through our bespoke\napprenticeship programmes, our extensive in-house training academy, and\ncoaching and mentorship.
* \nJoin a diverse and inclusive workplace where you can collaborate with\npassionate and talented individuals.
* Contribute to\nprojects that make a real difference in the community and environment.
* We\nrecognise and reward your hard work with our wide-ranging benefits package\ndesigned to prioritise your wellbeing, support life choices, and help in both\ngood and challenging times.
Benefits
* Up to 21 days\nholiday plus bank holidays.
* Enhanced\nmaternity and shared parental leave.
* \nSupport for personal and professional challenges.
* Discounts\non retail, holidays, gym memberships, and more.
* \nResources to manage your finances.
* \nSecure your future.
* Colleague of\nthe month and annual awards.
* Two days per\nyear to support a cause of your choice.
* Comprehensive\nresources and support.
About idverde
We are\nEurope's largest provider of grounds maintenance services and landscape\ncreation, in the UK alone we're a community of over 3,000 passionate colleagues\nshaping the future of the green industry.
At idverde,\nwe understand what it means to grow. Our history dates back to 1919, and today,\nwith a turnover of £250 million, we're more than just a company – we're a force\nfor positive change. We offer a range of services to create, maintain, and\nmanage landscapes across the UK.
Grow with\nus, and together we’ll create a greener future for all.
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