Ground Maintenance Operative - Yeovil

Ground Maintenance Operative - Yeovil

Are you an enthusiastic and self-motivated Ground Maintenance Operative looking for an exciting contract opportunity in Yeovil? Service Care Solutions, in partnership with a reputable Housing Association, is seeking a dedicated Ground Maintenance Operative to join their team on a 3-month contract. If you have a passion for outdoor maintenance and want to contribute to vibrant communities, we want to hear from you!

Ground Maintenance Operative - Yeovil Job Overview:

As a Ground Maintenance Operative, you will be responsible for maintaining the external communal areas across Yeovil and surrounding regions. This is a fantastic opportunity to showcase your skills in groundskeeping, soft landscaping, and minor tree work, all while working within a supportive and professional team. The role offers a competitive pay rate of £13.45 PAYE including holiday pay, or £17.26 per hour Ltd via Umbrella for a 40-hour work week, Monday to Friday.

Candidate Responsibilities:

• Upkeep of external communal areas, including grass, shrubs, and hedges
• Undertake soft landscaping and minor tree work as required
• Maintain high standards of site appearance and safety
• Work efficiently within a team to meet operational deadlines
• Use provided company van to travel between sites across Yeovil and surrounding areas
• Plan workloads flexibly within a fortnightly schedule

Candidate Requirements:

• Practical amenity horticultural knowledge & experience
• PA1 and PA6AW qualifications (desirable but not essential)
• NPTC certification or equivalent (desirable but not essential)
• Valid full driver’s license; towing license is desirable
• A proactive attitude with excellent attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Benefits of Working with Us:

• Dedicated Specialist Consultant for ongoing support
• Work with thousands of clients nationwide
• Daily payroll runs to ensure timely payment
• Free Candidate Registrations
• Referral and Loyalty Bonus Schemes
• Free Compliance Checks
• Opportunity to become a permanent member of the Housing Association team, with additional benefits available