Grounds Maintenance Operative - Croydon - Civic Recruitment Limited

    Civic Recruitment Limited
    Civic Recruitment Limited Croydon

    4 days ago

    Description

    3 Month Contract With A Local Authority


    The Role

    We are seeking a motivated and reliable Grounds Maintenance Operative to join our team. Reporting to the local Estate Services Manager, you will be responsible for delivering a consistently high-quality gardening and grounds maintenance service. You will be provided with all necessary tools, machinery, a new uniform, safety boots, and personal protective equipment. This role requires the ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions and to undertake physically demanding tasks.



    Key Responsibilities

    • Perform a range of grounds maintenance tasks including weeding, dead heading, hoeing, planting, pruning, cutting, and watering communal beds.

    • Cut and maintain lawns and grass areas to varying standards (from fine to meadow-type) using machinery such as pedestrian mowers, tractors, ride-on mowers, strimmers, and brush cutters, including fertilizer and pesticide application.

    • Safely use and maintain tools, machinery, and equipment in line with manufacturer and company guidelines.

    • Plan and execute small-scale landscaping operations to enhance the appearance of communal grounds.

    • Remove leaves, moss, and snow as required, and apply salt or grit when necessary.

    • Respond promptly to acts of vandalism, including graffiti, and report incidents to the neighbourhood hub.

    • Supervise and coach apprentices or trainees when required.

    • Report repairs, defects, or maintenance needs in communal areas to the maintenance department or line manager and ensure follow-up actions are completed.

    • Report suspected breaches of tenancy agreements or leases, such as anti-social behaviour, illegal subletting, rubbish dumping, or abandoned items.

    • Provide cover in the absence of colleagues.

    • Act as a point of contact for residents, assisting directly or referring enquiries to relevant colleagues.

    • Recognize and report the needs of vulnerable residents to your line manager or Housing Team.

    • Conduct all duties in a friendly, polite, and professional manner, even in challenging situations.

    • Comply with Health and Safety legislation, adopting safe working practices and using all provided protective equipment.

    • Undertake other duties as required, consistent with the responsibilities outlined above.


    Requirements

    • Proven experience in gardening or grounds maintenance.

    • Experience working effectively within small teams.

    • Basic understanding of health and safety considerations relevant to grounds maintenance.

    • Valid UK driving licence with Category C1 and the ability to drive company vehicles when required

    • Experience in small-scale landscaping projects.

    • Previous experience mentoring apprentices or trainees.

    • Familiarity with fertilizer and pesticide application.


    Additional Information
    • Bi-Weekly Payments
    • 35 Working Hours Per Week
    • Cat C1 License is essential

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