Grounds Maintenance Operative

Job Description

2 Month Contract With A Local Authority

Job Purpose :

To carry out a range of grounds maintenance tasks to ensure that outdoor spaces are clean, safe, well-kept, and visually appealing. This includes grass cutting, hedge trimming, planting, litter picking, and general upkeep of public or private grounds.

Key Responsibilities :

Mow lawns and grassed areas using pedestrian or ride-on mowers

Trim hedges, shrubs, and trees using appropriate tools and equipment

Carry out planting, pruning, weeding, and seasonal bedding tasks

Maintain pathways, car parks, and hard surfaces, including sweeping and pressure washing

Undertake general grounds tidiness tasks, such as litter picking and emptying bins

Apply pesticides, herbicides, or fertilisers safely as required (if qualified)

Operate and maintain a variety of horticultural machinery and hand tools

Perform basic maintenance checks and cleaning of equipment

Follow work schedules and instructions from the supervisor or team leader

Report any damage, hazards, or vandalism observed during work

Comply with health and safety regulations and use appropriate PPE

Work outdoors in various weather conditions and maintain high work standards

Engage politely with members of the public when approached

Requirements

Experience in grounds maintenance, landscaping, or a similar outdoor manual role

Ability to operate grounds maintenance tools and machinery (e.g., mowers, strimmers, hedge cutters)

Willingness to work outdoors in all weather conditions

Basic understanding of health and safety requirements

Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Good timekeeping and reliability

Physically fit and capable of manual handling duties

Requirements

Previous experience as an estate cleaner General education qualification (desirable) UK driving licence