Location: Wickford, Essex
Salary/hourly rate: £12.25-12.75
Contract type: Seasonal - 6 months fixed term contract
Working hours: Full time, 45 hours per week.
About the role
As a Grounds Maintenance Operative, you will get the chance to join a small but skilled team working on various soft-landscaping contracts within our construction area and support during the busy spring & summer seasons. This could be anything from new build grounds, front lawns, rear gardens, or public open spaces. This is a great opportunity to develop your skills, learn more and provide high quality work for numerous exciting contracts.
Requirements
- Prior experience in new build grounds maintenance would be an advantage.
- Physically fit and able to work outdoors in all weather conditions.
- A full valid UK driving licence.
- A valid CSCS card is an advantage but not essential - but must be willing to obtain one to secure this position.
- A strong health and safety mindset.
Why join us?
As the UK's leading grounds maintenance and landscape creation provider, no two projects are ever the same - and neither are our people. That's why we're committed to nurturing a diverse and inclusive culture where everyone can thrive.
What we offer
- Career development: We offer career advancement and development opportunities through our bespoke apprenticeship programmes, our extensive in-house training academy, and coaching and mentorship.
- Collaborative team environment: Join a diverse and inclusive workplace where you can collaborate with passionate and talented individuals.
- Meaningful impact: Contribute to projects that make a real difference in the community and environment.
- Competitive benefits package: We recognise and reward your hard work with our wide ranging benefits package designed to prioritise your wellbeing, support life choices, and help in both good and challenging times.
Benefits
- Company van available during working hours.
- 21 days holiday plus bank holidays.
- Family-friendly policies: Enhanced maternity and shared parental leave.
- Health Care Cash Plan: Private health and insurance cover opt in.
- Employee Assistance Programmes: Support for personal and professional challenges.
- Voluntary benefits: Discounts on retail, holidays, gym memberships, and more.
- Financial wellbeing support: Resources to manage your finances.
- Competitive pension scheme: Secure your future.
- Recognition schemes: Colleague of the month and annual awards.
- Volunteering policy: Two days per year to support a cause of your choice.
- Mental health support: Comprehensive resources and support.
About idverde
We are Europe's largest provider of grounds maintenance services and landscape creation, in the UK alone we're a community of over 3,000 passionate colleagues shaping the future of the green industry.
At idverde, we understand what it means to grow. Our history dates back to 1919, and today, with a turnover of £250 million, we're more than just a company - we're a force for positive change. We offer a range of services to create, maintain, and manage landscapes across the UK.
Grow with us, and together we'll create a greener future for all.
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