Join Our Team as a Grounds Maintenance Operative!
Are you passionate about creating and maintaining beautiful outdoor spaces?
Do you thrive in a diverse and inclusive work environment? If so, we want you to join our team as a Grounds Maintenance Operative.
At The Nurture Group, our purpose is to create a healthier, safer, and more beautiful world. We're committed to creating a workplace where diversity is celebrated, and every individual is empowered to thrive. We value the unique perspectives and experiences that each team member brings, and we're dedicated to building a culture of passion, respect, integrity, diversity, and expertise.
As a Grounds Maintenance Operative, you'll play a vital role in ensuring the outdoor areas we manage are safe, clean, and visually appealing for our clients, supporting us to be excellent at everything we do.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Performing routine maintenance tasks such as mowing, trimming, and edging lawns
- Planting flowers, shrubs, and trees to enhance the beauty for client sites
- Applying fertilizers and pesticides in accordance with safety guidelines
- Removing litter and debris to maintain a clean, safe and welcoming environment
- Operating and maintaining groundskeeping equipment and tools
- Collaborating with team members to prioritise tasks and meet client deadlines
- Upholding our commitment to sustainability and adding value to client sites by recommending enhancements such as Bee hives, Bird Boxes and other ESG initiatives
What we're looking for:
- A passion for outdoor work and a keen eye for detail
- Previous experience in grounds maintenance or landscaping preferred but not required
- Previous ride-on mower experience and other grounds maintenance equipment
- Experience working on a Business Park preferred but not essential
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Strong communication skills and a friendly, customer-focused attitude.
- Willingness to work outdoors in various weather conditions
- Commitment to safety and adherence to company policies and procedures
- Flexibility to adapt to changing priorities and seasonal demands
- A commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace
What’s in it for you?
- Monday to Friday working hours with Weekend/Bank Holiday overtime
- Real Living Wage (Minimum) paid fortnightly and tailored benefits package
- Opportunities for Lantra Accredited training and personal development
- A supportive and inclusive work environment where your contributions are valued and respected
- The chance to make a positive impact to the environment
- Flexible scheduling options to promote work-life balance
- Career advancement opportunities within our business
- Enhanced Holiday Allowance based on length of service
Join us in creating vibrant outdoor spaces that enhance the quality of life for everyone in our communities. Apply now to become a valued member of our team!
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Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £12.00 per hour
Expected hours: 45 per week
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Health & wellbeing programme
- On-site parking
- Referral programme
- Sick pay
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
Experience:
- Grounds Maintenance or Landscaping: 2 years (preferred)
- Ride-On Mower: 2 years (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
- PA1 and PA6 Pesticide Certificates (preferred)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
Reference ID: ML-GMO-MILTONBP-RK
