Seasonal Grounds Maintenance Operatives
Location: MOD Weeton BarracksSalary/ Hourly Rate: £12.21 per hourContract type: FTC starting mid-March 2025Working hours: Mon-Fri 07:00-16:00 About the role You will be responsible for a range of activities from grass cutting, strimming, hedge pruning and flower bed maintenance for clients across the region. This is a unique opportunity to enhance your current career, be trained to a high standard and challenge yourself in an encouraging and friendly environment!
Responsibilities & Requirements- Physically fit and able to work outdoors in all weather conditions
- Grass Cutting: Regularly cut grass areas to maintain an even height and healthy appearance.
- Weed Control: Identify and eliminate weeds using appropriate methods and tools to promote healthy plant growth.
- General Landscape Maintenance: Assist with the care and maintenance of gardens, flower beds, and other landscaped areas.
- Litter and Debris Removal: Keep outdoor areas free from litter and debris to ensure a clean environment.
- Equipment Maintenance: Maintain and care for tools and equipment used in grounds maintenance tasks.
- Willingness to learn and work well in a team
- PA1 and PA6 licences are an advantage but not essential
- A full valid UK driving licence
- Prior experience in Grounds Maintenance, using hand & mechanical tools, with a can-do attitude and safety-conscious mindset
- Undertake a Basic DBS Check
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 nurturing a diverse and inclusive culture where everyone can thrive.
Benefits- Annual leave: Up to 25 days holiday plus bank holidays. Adapt according to role.
- Family-friendly policies: Enhanced maternity and shared parental leave.
- Employee Assistance Programmes: Support for personal and professional challenges.
- Voluntary benefits: Discounts on retail, holidays, gym memberships, and more.
- Financial wellbeing support: Resources to manage your finances.
- Competitive pension scheme: Secure your future.
- Recognition schemes: Colleague of the month and annual awards.
- Volunteering policy: Two days per year to support a cause of your choice.
- Mental health support: Comprehensive resources and support.
About idverde 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.
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