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

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.