At a Glance
- Tasks: Maintain beautiful outdoor spaces at a prestigious commercial site in Cambridge.
- Company: Join a reputable company focused on high standards in grounds maintenance.
- Benefits: Flexible part-time hours, outdoor work, and a chance to take pride in your environment.
- Other info: Ideal for those seeking a reliable, part-time role with a positive work culture.
- Why this job: Perfect for nature lovers who enjoy working outdoors and want to make a difference.
- Qualifications: Experience in grounds maintenance or gardening; driving licence preferred.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 30000 £ per year.
Location: Capital Park, Cambridge, CB21 5XE
Hours: 8 hours per week (1 full day per week day to be agreed with the client)
About the Role
We are seeking a reliable and hardworking Grounds Maintenance Operative to maintain the outdoor areas of a prestigious commercial site at Capital Park, Cambridge. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with experience in grounds maintenance, gardening or landscaping who enjoys working outdoors and takes pride in maintaining high standards.
Key Responsibilities
- Mowing lawns and maintaining grassed areas
- Hedge trimming, shrub pruning and general planting
- Weeding flower beds and watering plants
- Sweeping and blowing paths and hard landscaped areas
- Emptying litter bins and maintaining a clean site
- Operating grounds maintenance equipment including:
- Pedestrian mowers
- Ride-on mowers
- Strimmers
- Hedge cutters
- Leaf blowers
- Carrying out daily equipment safety checks and reporting defects
- Applying fertilisers, herbicides and pesticides where appropriately qualified (PA1/PA6)
- Assisting with seasonal duties including leaf clearance, snow clearance, gritting and storm clean-up
About You
You'll ideally have:
- Previous experience in grounds maintenance, landscaping or commercial gardening
- A full UK driving licence
- A positive attitude and strong work ethic
- The ability to work independently
- Good physical fitness and willingness to work outdoors in all weather conditions
- Desirable (but not essential) PA1 & PA6 spraying certificates
- Chainsaw certification
- Experience operating ride-on mowing equipment
What We're Looking For
- Reliable and punctual
- Health & safety conscious
- Able to work to a high standard with minimal supervision
- Professional and presentable
- Takes pride in maintaining outdoor environments
Working Pattern
1 day per week, 8-hour shift, Day to be agreed with the client.
If you're an experienced Grounds Maintenance Operative looking for a flexible part-time opportunity in Cambridge, we'd love to hear from you.
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