At a Glance
- Tasks: Join our team to maintain and enhance outdoor spaces across Glasgow.
- Company: A not-for-profit organisation committed to diversity and inclusion.
- Benefits: Enjoy 25 days annual leave, pension contributions, and wellbeing support.
- Other info: Flexible working hours with opportunities for personal growth.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in your community while developing practical skills.
- Qualifications: Hands-on experience in maintenance or cleaning; good communication skills.
The predicted salary is between 27898 - 27898 £ per year.
Inclusion is one of our core values. Our goal is to be a diverse, inclusive organisation where our people thrive and meet our customers’ needs with fairness and empathy. We know having a range of ideas and opinions makes a difference. We encourage and welcome applications from people from diverse backgrounds to support this mission. We will make adjustments throughout your application process, in line with Sanctuary’s commitment to our Disability Confident employer status.
We are excited to offer an opportunity for Estates Operatives to join our team, supporting a portfolio of sites across the Glasgow area. In these varied and hands-on roles, you will play a key part in delivering an effective and high-quality estate maintenance service. You will primarily focus on grounds maintenance, cleaning, and general handyperson duties, ensuring all sites remain safe, clean, and well-presented.
The role of Estates Operative will include:
- Carrying out routine grounds maintenance, including upkeep of outdoor spaces and landscaping tasks
- Delivering effective cleaning services across multiple sites
- Undertaking general maintenance and handyperson duties, including minor repairs
- Ensuring all work is completed safely and in line with company standards
- Monitoring site conditions and report any issues promptly
- Providing accurate and timely information on progress and advice that is easily understood by the customer and ensuring accurate daily work records are completed
- Ensuring tools and equipment are maintained in good condition and continue to be suitable for required tasks and ensuring stock levels are maintained
- Carrying out all hazardous tasks, such as spraying, in accordance with supplier guidelines and in a safe manner, ensuring relevant records are maintained to comply with health and safety and legal requirements
Skills and experiences:
- Practical and hands-on with experience in maintenance, cleaning, or similar roles
- Able to work both independently and as part of a team, comfortable with lone working when required
- Reliable, self-motivated, and able to manage your time effectively
- Pesticide Application Certificate PA1 – PA6 or willing to work towards
- Working knowledge and experience of undertaking grounds maintenance, caretaking, general cleaning and basic repairs duties
- Good communication skills and excellent interpersonal / customer care skills
- Working knowledge of Health and Safety legislation
This role will involve driving on company business. In order to drive a company vehicle, drivers must hold a full valid UK driving licence.
About us: We provide in-house repairs and maintenance for a wide range of properties, as part of a not-for-profit organisation. We foster a diverse and inclusive culture. Our customers are at the heart of all we do, and colleagues help make a real difference to people’s lives.
Our Benefits: As part of our commitment to making Sanctuary a great place to work, where your wellbeing is of genuine importance, we have developed an attractive employment package. The package recognises your contribution, supports your physical, mental and financial health and gives you the flexibility to tailor your employee benefits by offering:
- 25 days annual leave (rising to a maximum of 30 days) plus public holidays
- A pension scheme with employer contributions from Sanctuary
- Life Assurance
- Employee Advice Service including counselling
- Cycle to Work scheme
- Voluntary health plans
- Employee discounts
- Wellbeing support and tools
- Employee recognition scheme
- Staff Networks, with a shared interest in inclusion, and who provide invaluable support to colleagues
£27,898 per annum
For more information please click here. Closing Date: 04 August 2026. If you're unsure about any details, have questions about the role or want to discuss a need for adjustments, our fantastic talent team will be happy to help you – propertyservices.rec@sanctuary.co.uk. We reserve the right depending on application numbers to close or extend the closing dates for positions; we would therefore recommend an early application.
View more detail about what it’s like to work for our organisation, and what we offer on our Sanctuary careers pages.
Estates Operative employer: Sanctuary Group
Sanctuary Maintenance Contractors Limited is an excellent employer, offering a supportive and inclusive work culture that prioritises the well-being of its employees. With generous benefits such as up to 30 days of annual leave, a pension scheme, and access to wellbeing support, employees are encouraged to grow and thrive in their roles. Working in Sheffield, you will be part of a dedicated team making a meaningful impact on the community while enjoying the advantages of a not-for-profit organisation focused on improving lives.
