Ground Maintenance Operative / Arborist (CS30/31, CSCS)

Posted 14 days 11 hours ago by Manpower Group (UK)

Permanent
Full Time
Maintenance Jobs
Sussex, Polegate, United Kingdom, BN265
Job Description
Grounds Maintenance Operative / Arborist (CS30/31, CSCS)

Locations: Polegate, East Sussex (BN26) or Maidstone, Kent (ME)

Pay: £121 - £130 per day (depending on experience)

Hours: Monday to Friday, 7:00am - 5:00pm (9.5-hour day)

Overtime Rates:

  • 1.5x pay for evenings and Saturdays
  • 2x pay for Sundays
About the Role

We are looking for experienced Grounds Maintenance Operatives / Arborist Operatives to join a growing team based in Polegate or Maidstone.

This is a hands on outdoor role involving vegetation management, tree works support, site safety, machinery operation and general grounds maintenance activities. The successful candidate will be safety-focused, reliable and able to work effectively as part of a team.

Regular overtime opportunities are available, including evenings and weekends.

Key Responsibilities
  • Carry out grounds maintenance, vegetation clearance and arboricultural support activities
  • Operate and maintain chippers, strimmers and associated machinery
  • Complete daily safety checks and site risk assessments
  • Ensure work areas are safe, organised and correctly signed/barriered
  • Use PPE and site safety equipment in accordance with company procedures
  • Report hazards, near misses and safety concerns using Procore
  • Complete site paperwork and digital records accurately
  • Maintain tools and equipment to company standards
  • Assist team leaders with site activities and project delivery
  • Support and mentor less experienced operatives where requiredRepresent the company professionally when interacting with customers and members of the public
Essential Requirements
  • NPTC CS30 (Chainsaw Maintenance & Cross Cutting)
  • NPTC CS31 (Felling Small Trees)
  • CSCS Card
  • Chipper Qualification
  • Strimmer Qualification
Desirable Qualifications
  • CS32
  • IPAF
  • MEWP Certification
  • First Aid at Work
  • Lantra Qualifications
  • Arboricultural or Forestry Experience
What We're Looking For
  • Experience working within arboriculture, vegetation management, forestry or grounds maintenance
  • Strong understanding of site health and safety procedures
  • Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions
  • Reliable, hardworking and professional attitude
  • Good communication and teamwork skills
  • Flexible approach to overtime and weekend working
What We Offer
  • Competitive daily rate
  • Enhanced overtime rates
  • Regular overtime opportunities
  • Ongoing training and development
  • Supportive team environment

Apply today to join a professional and growing team delivering high quality vegetation management and arboricultural services across the South East.