Grounds Maintenance and Street Cleansing Operative

Rapid Response Operatives (Grounds Maintenance & Street Cleansing)

Location: Warwick and towns/villages across Warwickshire

Hourly Rate: 13.31

Contract type: Permanent, full-time.

Working hours: 40 hours. Wednesday to Sunday, 10:00-18:00

About the role

Are you seeking a new opportunity to train with a motivated team? Are you dedicated to ensuring the cleanliness of your local communities' environment? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you to join our Warwick team as a Rapid Response Operative! The successful candidate will assist in maintaining the cleanliness across Warwickshire by performing a varied range of tasks (both, scheduled & on a call-response basis) such as basic repairs & maintenance, removing hazards, clearing areas and generally making sure areas are clean and safe.

For the right candidate, we can look to provide training/ upskilling in chainsaw usage and spraying licenses (PA1/ PA6).

Requirements

• General experience in outdoor maintenance/ labouring work.
• Grounds maintenance/ street cleansing experience is preferable.
• A full valid UK driving licence is essential.
• Physically fit and able to work outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Willingness to learn and work well in a team.
• Comfortable engaging with general public and their queries/ concerns.
• A thorough understanding of health and safety regulations and procedures.

Why join us?

As the UK's leading grounds maintenance and landscape creation provider, no two projects are ever the same - and neither are our people. That's why we're committed to nurturing a diverse and inclusive culture where everyone can thrive.

What we offer

• Career development: We offer career advancement and development opportunities through our bespoke apprenticeship programmes, our extensive in-house training academy, and coaching and mentorship.
• Collaborative team environment: Join a diverse and inclusive workplace where you can collaborate with passionate and talented individuals.
• Meaningful impact: Contribute to projects that make a real difference in the community and environment.
• Competitive benefits package: We recognise and reward your hard work with our wide ranging benefits package designed to prioritise your wellbeing, support life choices, and help in both good and challenging times.

Benefits

• Competitive rate of pay and access to company vehicle
• 21 days Annual Leave plus Bank Holidays
• Enhanced maternity and shared parental leave.
• Employee Assistance Programmes: Support for personal and professional challenges.
• Discounts on retail, holidays, gym memberships, and more.
• Resources to manage your finances.
• Colleague of the month and annual awards.
• Volunteering policy: Two days per year to support a cause of your choice.

About our client

We are Europe's largest provider of grounds maintenance services and landscape creation, in the UK alone we're a community of over 3,000 passionate colleagues shaping the future of the green industry.

We understand what it means to grow. Our history dates back to 1919, and today, with a turnover of 250 million, we're more than just a company - we're a force for positive change. We offer a range of services to create, maintain, and manage landscapes across the UK.

Grow with us, and together we'll create a greener future for all.