Grounds and Maintenance Team Member in Preston

The Maintenance & Grounds Team Member plays a key role in ensuring the overall upkeep, safety, and presentation of the holiday park. This is a hands‑on, varied role combining general maintenance duties with grounds and landscaping responsibilities to ensure all facilities, holiday homes, and outdoor areas are maintained to a high standard. Working collaboratively within the park team, the role supports the delivery of an excellent experience for holiday homeowners and guests by maintaining a clean, safe, and welcoming environment across all areas of the park.

Responsibilities

• Carrying out routine maintenance, repairs, and inspections of holiday homes, park facilities, and infrastructure.
• Maintaining and repairing public facilities, including communal areas, amenities, and recreational spaces.
• Inspecting and supporting utility systems such as water, sewage, gas, and electrical services.
• Performing landscaping duties including mowing, trimming, edging, planting, and general grounds upkeep.
• Monitoring and controlling weeds, and assisting with pitch and site enhancements.
• Preparing caravan and holiday home pitches to a high standard for guest arrivals.
• Supporting site cleanliness through waste collection, recycling management, and safe disposal of materials.
• Delivering and exchanging gas bottles and supporting associated operational tasks.
• Inspecting outdoor amenities such as playgrounds and reporting defects or maintenance needs.
• Responding to maintenance issues and resolving faults in a timely and efficient manner.
• Engaging with guests and owners in a friendly and professional manner, providing assistance where required.
• Working collaboratively with team members across maintenance and grounds functions.
• Maintaining accurate records of work completed, materials used, and any identified issues.
• Ensuring all work is carried out in line with company health and safety standards.
• Carrying out any other duties as required to support the operation of the park.

Skills

• Basic knowledge of maintenance tasks including plumbing, electrical, and general repairs.
• Experience in landscaping, grounds maintenance, or similar practical roles.
• Ability to safely use hand and power tools and grounds maintenance equipment.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to high presentation standards.
• Good problem‑solving skills with a proactive and flexible approach.
• Ability to carry out physical tasks including lifting and working outdoors in varying conditions.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills when interacting with guests and team members.
• Basic IT skills, including the ability to use company systems and workflow applications.

Qualifications / Experience

• Previous experience in maintenance, groundskeeping, or a similar role (desirable).
• Practical, hands‑on skills in maintenance or landscaping work.
• Relevant trade or vocational qualifications (advantageous but not essential).

Health and Safety

• Promote and maintain a safe working culture on site at all times.
• Follow all company health and safety policies and procedures.
• Ensure safe working practices are always demonstrated.
• Wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) when required.
• Report all accidents, incidents, hazards, and near misses promptly to management.
• Maintain a safe and tidy working environment at all times.