Grounds Maintenance Operative in Manchester

Grounds Maintenance Operative in Manchester

Manchester Full-Time 26509 - 26509 £ / year (est.) No working from home possible
Great Places Housing Association

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Carry out grounds maintenance including grass cutting, hedge trimming, and seasonal duties like snow clearance.
  • Company: Join a dedicated team at Great Places, focused on maintaining communal environments in South Manchester.
  • Benefits: Enjoy a competitive salary of £27,277 and the opportunity to work outdoors.
  • Other info: Role involves collaboration with caretaking teams and external partners.
  • Why this job: Be part of a team that ensures clean, green, and safe communal spaces for residents.
  • Qualifications: Experience with hand tools, power tools, and a commitment to high-quality service delivery required.

The predicted salary is between 26509 - 26509 £ per year.

You will carry out grounds maintenance across communal environments, including shared spaces around homes, open grassed areas, and landscaped sites. Working as part of a team, you will help deliver a planned maintenance programme that supports high-quality service delivery.

You will collaborate with caretaking teams, colleagues, and external partners to maintain clean, green, and safe environments. This includes seasonal duties such as snow and ice clearance, gritting, litter picking, and the removal of fly tipping. You will also identify and report environmental and maintenance issues, working with others to ensure they are resolved effectively.

What you'll be doing:

  • Carry out grounds maintenance across Great Places schemes and communal areas in line with the Grounds Maintenance Specification. This includes grass cutting, edging, hedge trimming, planting, spraying, and clearing leaves and litter.
  • Use a range of hand tools, power tools, and vehicles, carrying out daily checks and basic maintenance, and reporting any faults or damage.
  • Identify and report graffiti, vandalism, repairs, and other defects in external communal areas.
  • Support seasonal activities such as snow and ice clearance, gritting, and other health and safety maintenance tasks.

Grounds Maintenance Operative in Manchester employer: Great Places Housing Association

Great Places is committed to delivering high-quality service in South Manchester. Employees enjoy a competitive salary and the chance to work in diverse outdoor environments. The team focuses on maintaining safe and clean communal areas for the community.

Great Places Housing Association

Contact Details:

Great Places Housing Association Recruitment Team

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