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Ground Maintenance Operative

Service Care Solutions
Posted 9 hours ago, valid for 20 days
Location

Atherstone, Warwickshire CV9, England

Salary

£12 per hour

Contract type

Part Time

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  • Service Care Solutions is seeking a Grounds Maintenance Operative in Warwickshire, offering a dynamic work environment.
  • The role involves various tasks such as grass cutting, shrub bed maintenance, and playground inspections.
  • Candidates should possess a full valid driving license and experience operating grounds maintenance machinery.
  • While prior experience is preferred, it is not mandatory as training can be provided for the right individual.
  • The position is full-time temporary with a competitive salary of £20,000 per year, and candidates should be prepared to work independently in all weather conditions.

Service Care Solutions are working with a client in Warwickshire who are seeking a reliable and hardworking Grounds Maintenance Operative to join their team. This role offers the opportunity to work in a dynamic environment, taking responsibility for a variety of grounds maintenance tasks, including grass cutting, shrub bed maintenance, playground inspections, and sports pitch marking. The successful candidate will need to demonstrate the ability to work independently and in all weather conditions.

Position Overview: As a Grounds Maintenance Operative, the successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining and enhancing outdoor spaces to the highest standards. The role requires a proactive individual with a strong work ethic, capable of handling physical tasks and working independently with minimal supervision.

Principal Responsibilities:

  1. Physical Outdoor Work: The candidate must be comfortable carrying out physically demanding tasks in all weather conditions, ensuring grounds are maintained to a high standard.
  2. Independent Working: The ideal candidate will possess the ability to work with minimal supervision, managing their workload efficiently and ensuring all tasks are completed on time and to specification.
  3. Machinery Operation: The successful candidate must hold a full valid driving license and have experience operating grounds maintenance machinery, including ride-on mowers. Regular equipment maintenance and safe operation are essential to the role.
  4. Instruction Following & Documentation: The candidate should be able to understand verbal and written instructions and accurately complete any required work documentation, ensuring a clear record of completed tasks.
  5. Tool Proficiency: The role requires proficiency in using a variety of mechanical and hand tools for various grounds maintenance activities.
  6. Team Leadership: On occasion, the candidate may be required to provide guidance or instructions to other operatives, ensuring tasks are completed effectively.
  7. Additional Duties: The candidate should be flexible and willing to take on other tasks as required, contributing to the overall efficiency of the team and operations.


Key Candidate Requirements:

  • Driving License: A full, valid driving license is essential.
  • Machinery Operation: Ability to operate grounds maintenance machinery such as ride-on mowers safely and effectively.
  • Independent & Efficient Worker: Must be capable of working autonomously and managing multiple tasks simultaneously.
  • Tool Handling: Experience using mechanical and hand tools, ensuring safety and precision in all tasks.
  • Communication Skills: Clear communication abilities, both verbal and written, for following instructions and completing reports.
  • Experience: While prior experience in grounds maintenance is preferred, it is not mandatory. Training can be provided to the right candidate.
  • Physical Stamina: Ability to work in outdoor, physically demanding conditions.


Additional Information:

  • Working Conditions: This is an outdoor, physically demanding role that requires working in various weather conditions.
  • Location: North Warwickshire area
  • Contract Type: Full-time Temporary
  • Start Date: ASAP


For more details on this role and to apply, get in touch with Prakash today by emailing (url removed) or call (phone number removed).

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