Grounds Maintenance Operative - Vertas Derbyshire Limited Chesterfield Lanscape Depot 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday; 7 am - 4 pm £12.37 per hour Do you have Groundskeeping experience, or would you like to be trained to be an exceptional Grounds Maintenance Operative? We can help. Would you like to work for a Company who are fanatical about engaging our colleagues, improving their wellbeing and developing their careers? Are you wanting a flexible working life that fits around your schedule? If the answer is yes to the previous questions, your new opportunity is awaiting you; We're looking for a dedicated Grounds Maintenance Operative who wants to make a difference and thrives in a challenging environment. This is a fantastic opportunity to extend your Landscaping experience, or to kickstart your career with extensive training in order for you to achieve your career goals. About us: Vertas is one of the fastest growing multi-services facilities management companies in the UK. Our passion is driven by putting our colleagues and customers at the heart of everything we do. The Role: We have a fantastic opportunity for a Grounds Maintenance Operative to join our team. If you have a passion for delivering excellent customer service and want to make the difference then apply for this role today. Main responsibilities for the Grounds Maintenance Operative: General maintenance of site - Grass cutting, pruning, leaf collection, weeding, etc. Use of a range of hand and powered equipment and ride-on mowers The successful applicant will be: Highly motivated Experienced in commercial or amenity grounds maintenance Good communication and liaison skills Desirable: Knowledge of fine turf surfaces Understanding of the technical aspects of grounds maintenance, ie, specifications and health and safety requirements Good plant knowledge Horticultural qualification Experience of towing a trailer Experience in Grounds Maintenance PA1 & PA6 We want enthusiastic individuals with a positive working attitude to join our team of 4,000 colleagues across the UK. Vertas Group are an inclusive and equal opportunities employer who believe that our people power what we do. We aim to ensure that our workforce reflects the diversity of the communities in which it operates. Benefits : Non contractual benefits Lifeworks high street and online discounts Company Pension WeCare 24/7 employee assistance including remote GP and counselling Mental Health First Aiders Vertas Finest Recognition Scheme Annual Making the Difference Awards Refer a friend rewards Personal Development opportunities including Aspire to Inspire and self led learning The Vertas Group is committed to ensuring the safeguarding of children and following legislation, guidance, policies and advice on this at all times Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all employees to share this commitment. Offers of employment are subject to the following checks (where relevant): Children's barred list Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Medical Suitability to work with children Right to work Satisfactory references Suitability to work with children This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 and therefore you must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings. Vertas Group operate a Guaranteed Interview Scheme. Contact to find out more