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Seasonal Grounds Maintenance Operatives (7 months)

Posted 9 days ago

  • Preston, Shropshire
  • Any
  • External
  • Expires In 19 days

Job Description

Seasonal Grounds Maintenance Operatives

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\nLocation: MOD Weeton Barracks\n
Salary/ Hourly Rate: £12.21 per hour
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Contract type: FTC starting mid-March 2025
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Working hours: Mon-Fri 07:00-16:00
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About the role
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You will be responsible for a range of activities from grass cutting, strimming, hedge pruning and flower bed maintenance for clients across the region. This is a unique opportunity to enhance your current career, be trained to a high standard and challenge yourself in an encouraging and friendly environment!
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Responsibilities & Requirements
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  • Physically fit and able to work outdoors in all weather conditions
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  • Grass Cutting: Regularly cut grass areas to maintain an even height and healthy appearance.
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  • Weed Control: Identify and eliminate weeds using appropriate methods and tools to promote healthy plant growth.
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  • General Landscape Maintenance: Assist with the care and maintenance of gardens, flower beds, and other landscaped areas.
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  • Litter and Debris Removal: Keep outdoor areas free from litter and debris to ensure a clean environment.
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  • Equipment Maintenance: Maintain and care for tools and equipment used in grounds maintenance tasks.
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  • Willingness to learn and work well in a team
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  • PA1 and PA6 licences are an advantage but not essential
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  • A full valid UK driving licence
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  • Prior experience in Grounds Maintenance, using hand & mechanical tools, with a can-do attitude and safety-conscious mindset
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  • Undertake a Basic DBS Check
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Why join us?
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As the UK's leading grounds maintenance and landscape creation provider, no two projects are ever the same - and neither are our people. That's why we're committed to nurturing a diverse and inclusive culture where everyone can thrive.
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Benefits
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  • Annual leave: Up to 25 days holiday plus bank holidays. Adapt according to role.
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  • Family-friendly policies: Enhanced maternity and shared parental leave.
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  • Employee Assistance Programmes: Support for personal and professional challenges.
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  • Voluntary benefits: Discounts on retail, holidays, gym memberships, and more.
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  • Financial wellbeing support: Resources to manage your finances.
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  • Competitive pension scheme: Secure your future.
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  • Recognition schemes: Colleague of the month and annual awards.
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  • Volunteering policy: Two days per year to support a cause of your choice.
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  • Mental health support: Comprehensive resources and support.
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About idverde
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We are Europe's largest provider of grounds maintenance services and landscape creation, in the UK alone we're a community of over 3,000 passionate colleagues shaping the future of the green industry.
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