Details
1108690
Canterbury Christ Church University
16/03/2026
Other - See Job
40 hours a week
Not Applicable
Pay
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Description
Role
We are seeking Seasonal Grounds Maintenance Operatives on an 8 month contract. We provide a wide range of grounds care, cleaning and maintenance services.
We work in both public and private sectors and pride ourselves in our quality service. You will report to the team leader and Operation Manager and are responsible for working within the team to complete Grounds Maintenance works in accordance with contract specifications, customer requirements and our own Quality, Health and Safety and Environmental procedures, statutory requirements and industry best practice.
The post is based at our Ashford, Kent depot but you will be required to travel to carry out your day to day duties. You will have access to a company van and all equipment required to carry out all tasks. Any additional training required to enable this role to be performed will be provided at the company’s expense.
Duties and responsibilities
- Delivering a high quality of workmanship coving all aspects of Grounds Maintenance on sites (Grass Cutting, Hedge Cutting, Weed Control, Pruning, Litter collection etc).
- Provide a responsive and professional service to customers, dealing promptly with issues arising and escalating immediately to team leader as appropriate.
- Carry out all works in accordance with business Health, Safety & Environmental policies & procedures; as well as contract-specific plans, Job Sheets, Risk Assessments and Method Statements.
- Proactively report any deficiencies in plant, equipment or damaged infrastructure to the Operations Director immediately.
- Proactively participate in Near Miss and accident reporting to promote continuous improvement in health and safety performance and help to pre-empt the circumstances and practices under which injuries might be sustained in future.
- Ensure that any unsatisfactory performance identified is immediately corrected to meet expected standards and requirements.
- Carry out all duties in a manner and style that reflects the businesses values and respects all colleagues and customers.
Skills and experience
- Good working knowledge of Grounds Maintenance and industry experience or a strong interest and willingness to learn
- Proven experience of working within a contracting environment.
- Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing at all levels.
- Effective smartphone user.
- Enthusiasm and drive to develop a career in the horticultural industry.
- Have a clean driving licence required
Location
Ashford, Kent
Benefits
- Company pension
- Free parking
- On-site parking
Additional information
Pay: from £12.71 an hour
Contract month: 8 months
Expected hour: 40 hours per week
Licence/Certification: Driving Licence (required)
How to apply
To apply, please email your CV and Cover Letter to Peter.williams@countrywidegrounds.com