Grounds Maintenance Operative

3 months contract with a Local Authority

Job Title: Grounds Maintenance Operative

Job Purpose

To support the delivery of high-quality grounds maintenance services across parks green spaces public areas and council-owned land within the Wyre Forest District. The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining outdoor environments using a variety of specialist grounds maintenance equipment while ensuring a safe clean and attractive environment for residents and visitors.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain grounds maintenance machinery including:
  
• Strimmers
  
• Pedestrian mowers
  
• Ride-on mowers (preferred)
  
• Carry out grass cutting and vegetation management activities.
  
• Perform general grounds maintenance duties including:
  
• Hedge trimming
  
• Weeding
  
• Pruning
  
• Litter picking
  
• Leaf clearance
  
• Conduct daily equipment checks and report any defects or maintenance requirements.
  
• Work safely and in accordance with Health & Safety regulations.
  
• Drive council vehicles between sites as required.
  
• Assist with seasonal grounds maintenance tasks and environmental improvement projects.
  
• Ensure all work is completed to the required standards and within designated timescales.
  
• Work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
  

Essential Experience

• Previous experience in a Grounds Maintenance Landscaping Gardening or similar outdoor maintenance role.
  
• Practical experience using:
  
• Strimmers
  
• Pedestrian mowers
  
• Experience working outdoors in varying weather conditions.
  
• Ability to carry out physically demanding duties.
  

Desirable Experience

• Experience operating ride-on mowers.
  
• Experience working within local authority commercial or public sector grounds maintenance environments.
  
• Knowledge of horticultural practices and grounds care techniques.
  

Qualifications & Requirements

Essential

• Full UK Driving Licence.
  
• Good understanding of Health & Safety procedures.
  
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  
• Reliable punctual and flexible approach to work.
  

Desirable

• Relevant horticultural or landscaping qualification.
  
• PA1/PA6 spraying certificates.
  
• Experience towing trailers or operating other grounds maintenance machinery.
  

Additional Information

Pay Rate: 16.92 per hour UMB

Location: Wyre Forest District Council Kidderminster

Hours: Monday to Friday 7:00am 3:00pm (with occasional weekend cover)

Driving Licence: Full UK Driving Licence Essential

We work on bi-weekly payment schedule.

The role closes soon apply ASAP