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Ground Maintenance OperativeCemetries

Service Care Solutions - Construction
Posted 17 hours ago, valid for 4 days
Location

Southampton, Hampshire SO19 1BQ

Contract type

Full Time

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  • The position is for a Grounds Maintenance Operative at cemeteries in Southampton, requiring 37 hours of work per week on a 3-month contract.
  • The role pays £12.50 per hour and involves physically demanding tasks such as grass cutting, hedge trimming, and litter picking.
  • Candidates should have previous experience in grounds maintenance or landscaping, and must be physically fit and reliable.
  • The job requires working outdoors in all weather conditions, following health and safety guidelines, and collaborating with cemetery staff.
  • Interested applicants are encouraged to send their CV or call for more details, with a referral bonus available for successful recommendations.

Grounds Maintenance Operative (Cemeteries)Common Cemetery, Southampton (Working across city cemeteries)37 hours per week3Month ContractMonday - Friday, 08:00 - 16:30£12.50 per hourOur client is seeking a Grounds Maintenance Operative to work within cemeteries across the city. This is a physically demanding role that requires hard work, reliability, and teamwork to ensure cemeteries are maintained to the highest standards.Grounds Maintenance Operative Key Responsibilities:

  • General grounds maintenance, including grass cutting, hedge trimming, and path blowing.
  • Litter picking and shrub maintenance to keep cemetery grounds clean and tidy.
  • Crown lifting and assisting Cemetery Operatives as required.
  • Using various tools and equipment safely and effectively.
  • Working outdoors in all weather conditions.

What We're Looking For:

  • Physically fit and able to perform manual labour.
  • Hardworking, reliable, and a team player.
  • Ability to follow health & safety guidelines.
  • Previous experience in grounds maintenance or landscaping is desirable.

Additional Information:

  • Outdoor Role - Work in all weather conditions with appropriate PPE provided.
  • Team Environment - Work closely with cemetery staff and other operatives.
  • Hands-On Work - Ideal for individuals who enjoy practical, outdoor tasks.

Referral BonusIf this Temporary Grounds Maintenance Operative role is not suitable for yourself, but you know someone who may be interested, please pass on their details, or forward these details to them. If they are successful in applying, you will receive a £250 referral bonus upon completion of an initial probationary period.How to ApplyIf you are interested in this Grounds Maintenance Operative role, please send your CV or call me on discuss the vacancy in more detail. Also, if this Grounds Maintenance Operative role doesn't interest you, but you are looking for new opportunities, please still get in touch as I cover all Industrial-related vacancies across the region

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