At a Glance
- Tasks: Perform hands-on grounds maintenance and operate machinery to keep areas looking their best.
- Company: Join OCS UK & Ireland, a leading facilities management company with a strong team culture.
- Benefits: Enjoy flexible pay, digital learning, and exclusive retail perks through our Hapi app.
- Other info: Be part of an award-winning employer committed to your professional growth and wellbeing.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on the environment while developing your skills in a supportive team.
- Qualifications: Basic education, driving licence, and practical experience in grounds maintenance preferred.
The predicted salary is between 29160 - 35640 £ per year.
As part of your role, your key responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:
- Perform general grounds maintenance to a high standard, including both mechanical and manual tasks.
- Maintain amenity lawns, high-profile areas, and off-campus gardens.
- Carry out soil cultivation, planting, pruning, mulching, watering, and weeding as required.
- Undertake weed and moss control and keep paths and borders clear of litter.
- Safely operate and maintain grounds machinery (ride-on mowers, tractors, trimmers, leaf blowers etc).
- Perform gritting and snow clearing duties when required.
- Ensure safe use, storage, and disposal of pesticides.
- Maintain a clean and secure work area and yard.
- Promote health and safety and comply with QSHE requirements.
- Support biodiversity and sustainability initiatives.
- Assist with manual tasks and other duties as directed.
The ideal candidate should meet the following criteria:
- Must have Right to Work in the UK.
- A PVG will be completed for the successful candidate.
- Good basic education with English and numerical skills.
- Full UK Driving Licence.
- Practical experience in grounds maintenance is preferred.
- Hands-on team working ability.
- Good knowledge of grounds maintenance operations and safe equipment use.
- Ability to manage time effectively and work well in a team.
- Understanding the importance of maintaining high standards for campus users.
- Positive attitude, responsive to deadlines and customer requests.
Desirable:
- Lantra/NPTC qualifications for powered and ride-on equipment.
- Previous employment in land-based industry.
- Advanced knowledge of grounds maintenance and machinery repair.
- Tractor driving experience.
- Experience working in educational, public, or private sectors.
Multi Skilled Maintenance Operative in Hull employer: OCS Group
OCS UK & Ireland is an award-winning employer that prioritises the growth and wellbeing of its employees, offering extensive training and development opportunities through the OCS Academy. Located in Hammersmith, our team enjoys a supportive work culture that values trust, respect, unity, and empowerment, alongside benefits such as flexible pay options and access to exclusive retail discounts. Join us to be part of a diverse workforce dedicated to making a positive impact in facilities management.
We think you need these skills to ace Multi Skilled Maintenance Operative in Hull
Communication Skills
Problem-Solving Skills
Attention to Detail
Time Management
Adaptability
Safety Compliance
Customer Service Skills
