Ground Maintenance Operative

Ground Maintenance Operative
Location: Barnsley
Hours: 37 hours per week
Contract: Seasonal (temporary)
Pay Rate: £13.69 per hour (PAYE) | £17.70 per hour (Ltd Umbrella inc Holiday Pay)

Service Care Solutions are looking for reliable, motivated operatives to join our client with their seasonal grounds team to deliver high-quality grass cutting and grounds maintenance across the borough. This is an excellent opportunity to work outdoors, support your community, and gain practical experience in grounds care.

Key Responsibilities

• Carrying out grass cutting operations using ride-on mowers, pedestrian mowers, and strimmers
• Performing general grounds maintenance tasks to keep parks, open spaces, and public areas tidy
• Ensuring the safe operation and basic maintenance of equipment
• Following daily schedules and responding flexibly to changing priorities
• Working outdoors in all weather conditions
• Complying with Health & Safety policies at all times

Essential Requirements

• Experience in grass cutting or grounds maintenance
• Ability to operate ride-on mowers, pedestrian mowers, and strimmers safely
• Physical fitness and ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions
• Team player with a flexible, positive attitude
• Hold a Full UK Driving License - The Role Holder will be driving a Van throughout the day.

Desirable

• Previous experience in parks or council grounds maintenance
• Basic understanding of Health & Safety in an operational environment

This role is seasonal, ideal for individuals looking for temporary work over the summer while contributing to keeping your local community green, safe, and welcoming.

For more details and to apply, contact Prakash by emailing prakash.panchani@servicecare.org.uk or call 01772 208967.