Job Description
Mobile Grounds Maintenance Operatives
Location: Basildon
Hourly Rate: 12.71 - 13.85 DOE
Contract type: Permanent
Working hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 14:30
About the role
We are currently looking for a Mobile Grounds Maintenance Operative to join our team in London, working as part of a team of two across a portfolio of sites. You will play a key role in maintaining outdoor spaces to a high standard, carrying out a range of grounds maintenance duties including grass cutting, strimming, pruning, hedge and shrub maintenance, weed control, litter picking, and general horticultural tasks. As a mobile operative, you will travel between locations, ensuring our client sites remain safe, clean, and well-presented throughout the year.
Requirements
- Previous Grounds Maintenance experience.
- A full valid UK manual driving licence is essential.
- Can-do attitude and safety-conscious mindset.
- Physically fit and able to work outdoors in all weather conditions.
- PA1 and PA6 licenses are desirable.
- Willing to undertake & achieve a clear DBS check prior to start.
- Good local knowledge of South and East London.
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 creating a diverse and inclusive culture where everyone can thrive.
We're proud to have been recognised as Employer of the Year and Sustainable Company of the Year at this year's Landscaper Awards, reflecting our commitment to supporting our people while delivering a more sustainable future.
What we offer
- We offer career advancement and development opportunities through our bespoke apprenticeship programmes, our extensive in-house training academy, and coaching and mentorship.
- Join a diverse and inclusive workplace where you can collaborate with passionate and talented individuals.
- Contribute to projects that make a real difference in the community and environment.
- We recognise and reward your hard work with our wide-ranging benefits package designed to prioritise your wellbeing, support life choices, and help in both good and challenging times.
Benefits
- 21 days holiday pro rata plus bank holidays.
- Full Workwear + PPE provided
- Enhanced maternity and shared parental leave.
- Support for personal and professional challenges.
- Discounts on retail, holidays, gym memberships, and more.
- Secure your future - resources to manage your finances.
- Colleague of the month and annual awards.
- Two days per year to support a cause of your choice.
About our client
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.
We understand what it means to grow. Our history dates back to 1919, and today, with a turnover of 250 million, we're more than just a company - we're a force for positive change. We offer a range of services to create, maintain, and manage landscapes across the UK.
Grow with us, and together we'll create a greener future for all.
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