Ground Maintenance Operative

Grounds Maintenance Operative – South Manchester
Location: South Manchester
Employer: Housing Association (via Service Care Solutions)
Hours: 35 hours per week (Cold Season) | 45 hours per week (Warm Season)
Pay: £15.51 Per hour PAYE | £19.90 Per hour LTD inc Holiday
Duration: 6 Months

Service Care Solutions are currently recruiting on behalf of a respected Housing Association based in Manchester for a Grounds Maintenance Operative to support the delivery of environmental and grounds maintenance services across the South Manchester area. This is a great opportunity for an individual with experience in grounds maintenance who enjoys working outdoors and contributing to the upkeep of residential communities.

The Role
As a Grounds Maintenance Operative, you will be responsible for carrying out a range of landscaping and grounds upkeep tasks to ensure communal outdoor areas are maintained to a high standard for residents.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out grass cutting, hedge trimming, strimming and general grounds maintenance duties across multiple sites.
• Maintain communal green spaces, pathways and landscaped areas within housing estates.
• Assist with seasonal maintenance work including leaf clearance, pruning and planting.
• Ensure all work is completed safely and in line with health and safety guidelines.
• Use and maintain grounds maintenance tools and machinery correctly.
• Support the Grounds Maintenance Team Leader in completing daily schedules of work.
• Report any maintenance issues, hazards or damage identified during site visits.
• Ensure work areas are left clean, tidy and safe for residents.
• Work collaboratively with other team members to deliver a high-quality service.

Requirements

• Previous experience within grounds maintenance, landscaping or environmental services.
• Ability to use grounds maintenance equipment such as strimmers, mowers and hedge cutters.
• Good understanding of health and safety practices in outdoor maintenance work.
• Reliable, hardworking and able to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Full UK Driving License

Benefits

• Opportunity to work with a reputable Housing Association.
• Support from a dedicated recruitment consultant.
• Potential for ongoing employment opportunities.

If you are interested in this opportunity or would like more information, please contact Prakash Panchani at Service Care Solutions to discuss the role further.
You can email prakash.panchani@servicecare.org.uk or call 01772 208967