Grounds Maintenance Operative Ocean Housing•Cornwall, UK
The Vacancy
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.
- 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
- 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?
We offer a supportive, flexible, and forward-thinking work environment with fantastic benefits:
- 27 days holiday + bank holidays
- Workplace pension with death in service benefit
- Cycle to work scheme
- Rewards & recognition programme
- On-site parking
- Employee assistance programme
- Family-friendly policies
- 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 Dobwalls employer: Ocean Housing
Ocean Housing is an exceptional employer that prioritises the financial wellbeing of its community while fostering a supportive and inclusive work culture. With a focus on employee growth, you will have opportunities to develop your skills in a meaningful role that directly impacts the lives of tenants in St Austell and beyond. Join us to be part of a dedicated team that values empathy, collaboration, and social responsibility.
