At a Glance
- Tasks: Keep our estates clean and safe while working outdoors in all weathers.
- Company: Join Southern Housing, a leading housing provider dedicated to community wellbeing.
- Benefits: Enjoy a supportive team environment with opportunities for growth and development.
- Other info: Be part of a dynamic team that values safety and resident satisfaction.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in your community while enjoying hands-on work outdoors.
- Qualifications: Experience in grounds maintenance and refuse collection, plus a valid UK driving licence.
We are looking for reliable and hardworking Grounds Maintenance & Bulk Collection Operatives to join our Estate Services team, helping to keep our estates and neighbourhoods safe, clean and well maintained for our residents. Please read the information in this job post thoroughly to understand exactly what is expected of potential candidates.
Reporting to the Estate Services Manager, you will deliver a consistently high quality grounds maintenance and bulk clearance service across our sites. This is a practical, hands-on role that involves working outdoors in all weathers and undertaking physically demanding work.
You will be responsible for maintaining communal green spaces as well as collecting bulk refuse in line with agreed schedules and standards. You will be provided with the tools, machinery, uniform and personal protective equipment needed to carry out your role safely and effectively. As a visible presence on our estates, you will play an important role in representing Southern Housing and supporting positive resident experiences.
About you
You enjoy working outdoors and take pride in keeping spaces clean, safe and presentable. You are organised, safety conscious and comfortable working both independently and as part of a small team.
You will need:
- Experience undertaking grounds maintenance duties, such as gardening and general upkeep of communal areas
- Previous experience carrying out bulk clearance or refuse collection duties
- Experience of working in small teams
- A basic understanding of health & safety and safe systems of work
- The ability to plan and prioritise your workload and use your time effectively
- Good interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to interact professionally with residents and colleagues
- A proactive approach and the ability to work on your own initiative, with the team or under instruction
You must hold a full UK driving licence with no more than six points and with no serious motoring offences in the last 10 years (i.e., CD, DD, DG, DR, IN, MR, TT). You must also have a minimum of two years driving experience. We will undertake driving licence checks on the successful candidate as part of our standard pre-employment checks process.
About the team
You will be part of our Estate Services team, which sits at the frontline of our housing service and is often the most visible point of contact for residents. The team is responsible for maintaining the cleanliness and safety of communal areas across our estates. Working closely with colleagues in Estate Services and Housing teams, you will help identify issues early, support vulnerable residents where appropriate, and ensure our estates are safe, well maintained and places people are proud to live.
About Us
At Southern Housing, our residents are at the heart of everything we do. As one of the largest housing providers in the UK with over 77,000 homes across London, the Southeast, the Isle of Wight, and the Midlands, we give over 167,000 people somewhere affordable to call their own! We also understand the difference that safe, secure, and affordable homes can make to people's lives. A career at Southern Housing will allow you to make a difference every day you come to work. Working in the housing sector with us will bring fresh challenges and give you the opportunity to grow and develop, too.
Ground Maintenance Operative in Woking employer: Southern Housing
Southern Housing is an exceptional employer that prioritises the well-being of its employees while making a meaningful impact in the community. With a strong commitment to employee growth, we offer comprehensive training and development opportunities, ensuring that our Grounds Maintenance Operatives can thrive in their roles. Our supportive work culture fosters teamwork and encourages a proactive approach, all while providing the necessary tools and equipment to maintain safe and clean environments for our residents across London and the Southeast.
