Job Description
Job Title: Experienced Grounds Maintenance Operative
Location: Oxford
Hours: Full-time, Monday to Friday (overtime available)
Start Date: Immediate
Salary - £27,000
Our client, a well-established Facilities Management company, is seeking an Experienced Grounds Maintenance Operative to join their team on a permanent basis on a site in Oxford. This is a fantastic opportunity for an individual with proven experience in gardening and grounds maintenance who is looking to develop their career with a supportive employer.
The Role
As a Grounds Maintenance Operative, you will be responsible for a wide range of gardening and landscaping duties, ensuring all works are completed to the highest standard and in line with health and safety requirements.
Key Responsibilities
- Safe use and handling of gardening equipment and petrol-powered machinery
- Grounds maintenance tasks such as mowing, hedge cutting, pruning, trimming, planting, irrigation, de-weeding and garden clearances
- Routine maintenance and care of equipment
- Ensuring compliance with health & safety policies and procedures
- Recording works completed on internal systems
- Working independently as well as part of a wider team to deliver a quality service
Candidate Requirements
- Minimum 1 years' experience in gardening and grounds maintenance (essential)
- Experience using gardening machinery
- Strong attention to detail and pride in workmanship
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Full, clean UK driving licence (essential)
- Right to work in the UK (required)
Benefits
- Company pension scheme
- Company events
- Employee mentoring programme
- Overtime opportunities
If interested in this role, please apply to show your interest.
