Grounds Operative in Bedford

Grounds Operative in Bedford

Bedford Full-Time 12.87 - 12.87 £ / hour (est.) No working from home possible
Center Parcs

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Maintain beautiful grounds and landscapes while supporting forestry and waterways upkeep.
  • Company: Join the friendly team at Center Parcs, dedicated to creating amazing experiences.
  • Benefits: Enjoy free leisure access, discounts, bonuses, and career development opportunities.
  • Other info: Flexible hours with a minimum guarantee, perfect for balancing work and study.
  • Why this job: Work outdoors, make a difference, and be part of a supportive community.
  • Qualifications: Enthusiastic, hardworking, with good communication skills and a valid driving licence.

The predicted salary is between 12.87 - 12.87 £ per hour.

Care for the forest that cares for our guests. Join our Grounds Services team to maintain the village's grounds and landscaped areas to high standards, supporting forestry and grounds teams to keep the environment clean, safe and attractive.

What you'll be doing:

  • Maintain clean, tidy grounds and landscaped areas
  • Assist with woodland, plant care and waterways upkeep
  • Work independently and with a team
  • Work outdoors in all weather and support additional duties when required

What's in it for you:

  • Free day passes and access to leisure facilities (including the spa)
  • Discounts on breaks and in our shops and restaurants
  • Bonus scheme and recognition rewards
  • A supportive, friendly team
  • Career development and in-role training

Your working hours:

Full-time. You will be contracted to work a guaranteed minimum of 150 over a 4-week period. You may be asked to work additional hours in line with operational requirements.

About you:

  • Enthusiastic, hardworking and naturally cheerful with good communication skills
  • Ability to work alone and as part of a team
  • Full Driving Licence, held for a minimum of 6 months

Our values:

Each colleague at Center Parcs is involved in building better worlds for our guests, colleagues, communities and our environment. Contributing to our purpose means living out: We care, we're brave, we're determined and we're naturally us.

Sound like your kind of job? Apply online today - interviews are ongoing.

Working here:

Check your route before applying - Woburn Forest (MK45 2HZ), isn't easily reached by public transport.

Closing date: 23 July 2026. Please note this vacancy may close at any time once sufficient applications have been received. Early submission of your application is therefore encouraged.

We recognise that we're all at our best when we're being ourselves. We are committed to building a culture that champions diversity, equity and inclusion, where everyone is treated fairly and with respect. We welcome people from all backgrounds and want them to feel valued for their individuality, thrive in our business and share a sense of belonging. We place a lot of value on recruiting based on behaviours rather than prioritising qualifications or experience.

We are proud to be a Disability Confident Employer, please let us know if you require any support or reasonable adjustments during the application or interview process.

Center Parcs

Contact Details:

Center Parcs Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Grounds Operative in Bedford

Grounds Maintenance
Landscaping
Woodland Care
Plant Care
Waterways Upkeep
Teamwork
Communication Skills