Grounds Maintenance Worker
hace 1 día
Manchester
Grounds Maintenance Worker Permanent or Part Time Brough, West Hull area. The Grounds Maintenance Worker is responsible for maintaining outdoor areas to a high standard, ensuring they are safe, tidy and visually well presented. This role involves working across parks, open spaces, commercial grounds, housing estates or public areas, carrying out a range of horticultural and grounds maintenance duties throughout the year. Key Responsibilities • Carry out grass cutting, strimming, hedge trimming, pruning and weed control., • Plant, water and maintain flower beds, shrubs, trees and landscaped areas., • Clear leaves, litter, debris and other waste from outdoor spaces., • Use hand tools and powered machinery safely and effectively, including mowers, hedge cutters, strimmers and leaf blowers., • Undertake basic maintenance of pathways, fences, edging, signage and other outdoor features where required., • Perform seasonal duties such as gritting, snow clearance, turf care and site preparation., • Inspect outdoor areas for hazards or damage and report issues promptly., • Carry out routine checks and basic maintenance of tools, machinery and vehicles., • Follow work schedules, maintenance plans and supervisor instructions to meet service standards., • Comply with all health and safety procedures, including the safe use of chemicals and equipment where trained and authorised., • Provide a courteous and professional service when interacting with colleagues, clients or members of the public.Skills and Experience, • Previous experience in grounds maintenance, landscaping, horticulture or a similar outdoor role is desirable., • Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions and carry out physical manual work., • Good knowledge of safe working practices and the use of grounds maintenance equipment., • Ability to work independently and as part of a team., • Reliable, punctual and committed to maintaining high standards., • Awareness of plant care, turf maintenance and general horticultural practices is advantageous., • A full UK driving licence may be required depending on the role., • Relevant qualifications or certifications, such as horticulture, PA1/PA6 spraying or machinery operation, would be beneficial but are not essential for all positions.Working Conditions This is a hands-on outdoor role that may require early starts, travel between sites and occasional seasonal overtime. The post holder will typically report to a Grounds Maintenance Supervisor, Team Leader or Site Manager and must be flexible in supporting wider environmental or site maintenance duties as needed. JBRP1_UKTJ