Grounds Maintenance Operator 2721
Grounds Maintenance Operator 2721
Posted on :
14-04-2025
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Yearly Salary
£ 24125 - 25000
Vacancy
1 Vacancy
Posted on :
14-04-2025
Job Description
AtSouth West Waterwe believe that the strongest businesses are built on solid stable foundations with a vision and a culture that gives them the freedom to change improve and innovate.
Were proud to be responsible for providing reliable efficient and highquality drinking water and wastewater services for the beautiful South West area.
And we have huge ambitions.
Not only are we committed to reaching netzero by 2030 but weve also partnered with Wildlife Trusts National Parks and local partners to help ensure a better future for generations to come.
So if you want to be part of a diverse team where opportunities flow and fresh ideas are welcomed #JustAddWater.
Would you like to use your knowledge and experience to be part of a progressive company with a focus on the future Are you looking for a handson role where no two days are the same
We currently have a fantastic opportunity available for a Grounds Maintenance Operatorto join our team based in Bournemouth. You will join us on a fulltime permanent basis and in return you will receive a competitive salary of per annum plus a range of excellent company benefits rewards and opportunities for overtime.
About the role:
As our Grounds and Site Maintenance Technician you will carry out a range of maintenance activities at various sites including slow sand filter cleaning and the maintenance at Alderney and Knapp Mill Water Treatment Works. The role will include routine checks maintenance and operating of mobile plant and will also be an element of grounds and building maintenance activities at various sites such as grass cutting strimming and basic building maintenance.
What youll be doing:
- Operating specialist mobile plant including skimmers loading shovels forklifts dumpers and excavators
- Operating and maintaining the sand washing plants
- Raking and shoveling from slow sand filters
- Site housekeeping including road sweeping drain clearing grass cutting and hedge trimming activities
- Performing daily water quality checks on the slow sand filters
- Assisting the Production team with valve operations
- Assisting the Production team with reservoir and tank cleaning
- The completion of reactive and planned grounds and general maintenance work across SWW assets including but not limited to: Grass Cutting Hedge Trimming Pathway repairs and maintenance Cover repairs and replacements Roof gutter repairs and maintenance painting and decoration Minor/ interim/temporary tank repairs and periodic cleaning of water treatment process tanks e.g. clarifier cleaning
- Ensuring all work is carried out with due consideration of health and safety and in accordance with Safe Systems of Work
- Ensuring that all activities enhance the reputation and image of the company
What we are looking for:
- Experience of working in a team and an understanding of the importance of teamwork
- Good English written and spoken
- Takes ownership of work and adopts continuous improvement philosophy
- Able to work to a high standard with a focus on the quality of work carried out
- Good communication skills
- Selfmotivated and able to carry out defined duties with minimal Supervision
- A flexible approach to working hours which includes extended working periods as part of the HIGHINTENSITY working pattern
- Good level of fitness for the activities outlined
- Ability to adhere to Risk Assessments and SSOW
Whats in it for you:
- Generous holiday allowance plus bank holidays
- Buy or sell annual leave to offer you extra flexibility
- Buy a bike and safety equipment taxfree through our Cycle to Work scheme
- We offer free car parking at the majority of our sites
- Take up to 26 weeks additional maternity leave
- Share your parental leave and split your time off to care for your child how you choose
- Invest in Pennon Group plc through our employee share schemes
- We support our people by offering a free confidential Employee Assistance Programme
- Look after your wellbeing with our Champion Health support platform
- Enjoy free eye tests and discounts on frames and lenses at Specsavers
- Enjoy access to thousands of deals and discounts on supermarkets high street shops online retailers travel eating out cinemas gyms and much more though Perkbox
- A range of group discounts: The Dell Advantage Programme Virgin Media Affinity Scheme Vodaphone Advantage and more
- A discretionary Bonus
- Competitive Contributory Pension
- And plenty more!
At South West Water we dont all do the same job but we each get out of bed in the morning knowing that every day is a chance to make incredible things happen together. In return for our peoples hard work and commitment we offer an excellent range of benefits:
Closing Date: 23rd April 2025
If you are looking for a new challenge please click apply now to be considered as our Grounds Maintenance Operator we look forward to receiving your application.
Please note that the successful candidate will be subject to a mandatory DBS check as part of the onboarding process.
Be yourself we like it that way. Together we will build a culture of belonging where inclusion is instinctive. Diversity is our strength and a reflection of our communities. We care we value everyone we celebrate uniqueness.
Our core values which are essential to our success are:
Be Rock Solid Build trust and be trusted. Be the one we all look to and can depend on.
Be You We want you to bring your best everyday. Be yourself and make your mark in your individual way.
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