RESPONSIBLE FOR:        Delivering grounds maintenance and improvements

LOCATION:                          Redcar and Cleveland

SALARY:                                 £11.50 per hour, or National Living Wage (21 and over) £12.21 per hour  37 hours per week

DURATION:                           Fixed Term until 31 October 2025, (Occasional Weekend work as required)

The post holder will operate in local communities and will be able to communicate positively and effectively with local people providing a professional and high-quality service. Under the direction of the Grounds Maintenance Supervisor they will carry out practical ground maintenance tasks to enable achievement of the work programme ensuring deadlines are met whilst maintaining quality.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Assist in implementing environmental improvements, horticultural activities, soft landscaping, and access maintenance tasks.
  • Follow instructions and work within a team environment.
  • Ensure that all projects are delivered to a high standard, on time, and within the agreed work programme.
  • Maintain and safely operate tools, equipment, and vehicles, conducting regular checks and reporting any issues.
  • Keep accurate records of working hours, completed tasks, and training undertaken.
  • Adhere to health and safety regulations to ensure the well-being of colleagues, the public, and yourself.

What We’re Looking For:

  • A genuine passion for outdoor work and the environment.
  • Ability to work effectively as part of a team and communicate positively with local communities.
  • Punctual and hardworking with the capability to carry out manual outdoor tasks in varying weather conditions.
  • Strong attention to detail and commitment to delivering high-quality results.
  • Basic knowledge of horticulture, landscaping, or grounds maintenance (desirable but not essential).
  • Willingness to undertake relevant training.
  • In possession of a full driving licence

Closing Date: Midnight on Thursday 17th April 2025

For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Mike Dent on 07918 777983

Want to apply

Great all you need to do is complete the application from below

Application Form

Grounds Maintenance Operative – Job Description

Grounds Maintenance Operative – Person Specification

All completed applications should be emailed to HR.NorthEast@groundwork.org.uk or by post to Groundwork NE & Cumbria, Unit 14 Parsons Court, Welbury Way, Aycliffe Business Park, Newton Aycliffe, DL5 6ZE

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We want you to be yourself at Groundwork and we value everything that makes you unique. We recognise and celebrate your difference and together we make Groundwork a special and great place to work. As a Disability Confident employer we offer a guaranteed interview to applicants with a disability who meet the essential criteria for the role.

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