Join Ocean Housing as a Grounds Maintenance Operative
Location: Stennack House, St Austell
Hours: 40 per week (Mon-Fri)
Salary: £27,976 per annum
Contract: Permanent
Do you enjoy working outdoors, take pride in keeping spaces looking their best, and want to make a real difference to local communities? We're looking for a Grounds Maintenance Operative to join our friendly and professional team, helping us maintain safe, attractive and welcoming neighbourhoods for our residents.
About the role
As a Grounds Maintenance Operative, you'll deliver high‑quality grounds maintenance across our communal estates. From grass cutting and shrub maintenance to planting and site checks, you'll play a vital role in keeping our outdoor spaces well cared for all year round.
You'll work both independently and as part of a team, engaging positively with residents, estate monitors and colleagues, while always working safely and to a high standard.
Key responsibilities
- Carry out grass cutting, strimming, weeding and general horticultural works
- Maintain and plant shrubs, trees and bedding displays
- Safely operate and maintain tools, plant and machinery
- Complete routine vehicle, equipment and site safety checks
- Identify and report health & safety hazards or estate issues
- Prepare accurate records, reports and inspections as required
- Provide a friendly, professional service to residents and stakeholders
- Work flexibly across multiple sites, sometimes lone working
What we're looking for
You don't need to meet every single requirement to apply - we're keen to hear from people who are motivated, reliable and keen to learn.
Essential
- Experience in grounds maintenance or gardening work
- Understanding of health & safety in a working environment
- NVQ Level 1 (or equivalent) and English/Literacy qualification
- Full UK driving licence
- Ability to work outdoors in a physically demanding role year‑round
- Good communication and customer service skills
- Ability to work independently or as part of a team
- Pride in delivering work to a high standard
Desirable
- NVQ Level 2 in Horticulture or similar
- Experience using machinery (mowers, hedge cutters, brash cutters)
- PA1 & PA6 spraying certificates
- Experience of working in social housing
- Experience of towing trailers containing heavy mechanical equipment
What are our benefits?
- 27 days holiday + bank holidays
- Professional membership fees paid
- Company sick pay scheme
- Workplace pension with death in service benefit
- Medicash health plan (including dental & optical)
- Cycle to work scheme
- Rewards & recognition programme
- On-site parking
- Employee assistance programme
- Family-friendly policies
Key Dates
Closing Date: Tuesday 22nd of September 2026 at Midnight
Interview Date: Tuesday 29th of September 2026 and Wednesday 30th of September 2026 at Stennack House, St Austell
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Grounds Maintenance Operative in Charlestown employer: Ocean Housing Group
Gilbert & Goode is an exceptional employer, renowned for its strong regional reputation and commitment to building inspiring homes that create lasting memories. With a community-first approach and a focus on social value, your work as a Senior Estimator will directly contribute to providing affordable housing for local people, all while being part of a supportive and collaborative team in St Austell. Enjoy a flexible working environment, competitive salary, and an excellent benefits package that reflects our dedication to employee well-being and growth.
