Ground Maintenance Operative - Thamesmead
Posted 10 hours 27 minutes ago by Service Care Solutions - Construction
£27,510 Annual
Permanent
Full Time
Maintenance Jobs
London, United Kingdom
Job Description
Ground Maintenance OperativeLocation: Thamesmead, SE28Salary: £27510Hours: 35 Per week 7:30am to 3:30pmThe JobDo you enjoy working outdoors and transforming green spaces into well-kept, welcoming environments? We are recruiting an experienced Grounds Maintenance Operative on behalf of our client, helping to keep their estates clean, attractive, and thriving all year round.This is a hands-on, highly visible role where the impact of your work is appreciated every day. You will be part of a supportive team and will be given the tools and training you need to succeed.What You will Do
- Carry out scheduled grounds maintenance across multiple estates
- Plant and maintain seasonal flower beds, hedges, shrubs, and turf
- Weed, spray, and perform seasonal leaf clearance
- Operate and maintain a range of manual and powered gardening tools
- Apply and store chemicals safely in accordance with regulations
- Remove and dispose of green waste responsibly
- Assist with landscaping projects and ongoing improvements
- Respond to urgent issues such as vandalism, hazards, or defects
- Follow all health & safety procedures and wear PPE as required
- Full UK driving licence (you will be using company vehicles)
- Experience in gardening or grounds maintenance
- Ability to safely operate horticultural machinery and tools
- Good communication skills and a customer-focused approach
- Physically able to work outdoors in all weather conditions
- Basic understanding of health & safety regulations
- PA1 & PA6a pesticide certificates - desirable, not essential
- A satisfactory Basic DBS check