Grounds Maintenance

West Midlands Source: WhatJobs
£16–£18/hr

Grounds Maintenance Operative / Gardener

Locations: Coventry, Birmingham and Worcester - one vacancy in each area
Pay: 16-18 per hour
Contract: Ongoing temporary
Hours: 37 hours per week
Working pattern: Monday-Thursday, 7:30am-3:30pm; Friday, 7:30am-3:00pm

Think Recruitment are recruiting a Grounds Maintenance Operative / Gardener for each of the three locations above, maintaining estates, communal grounds and landscaped areas.

Key Responsibilities:

As a Grounds Maintenance Operative / Gardener , your duties will include:

  • Cut grass and maintain lawns to a high standard.
  • Trim, shape and reduce hedges and bushes.
  • Use strimmers and powered equipment to maintain borders and edges.
  • Carry out weed control using approved methods.
  • Complete shrub pruning, seasonal planting and general landscape maintenance.
  • Safely remove and dispose of green waste.
  • Undertake litter picking and keep communal areas clean and tidy.
  • Maintain paved and slabbed areas through sweeping, weed treatment and light repairs.
  • Operate equipment safely and follow health and safety procedures.

Requirements:

To be considered for this Grounds Maintenance Operative / Gardener position, you must have:

  • Previous grounds maintenance or gardening experience.
  • A full UK driving licence and the ability to drive a manual company vehicle.
  • A reliable approach and pride in your work.
  • Willingness to complete a Basic DBS check.

Desirable:

  • PA1 and PA6 spraying qualifications.
  • Banksman training.
  • Ability to drive with a trailer.

Interested in a Grounds Maintenance Operative / Gardener opportunity? Send your CV, availability and preferred location to (url removed)

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