Grounds Operative

Are you looking for a new opportunity in Grounds Maintenance?
Do you enjoy working as part of a high performing team?

If the answer is yes, then we are looking for you!

We are currently looking for a Grounds Operative to join our Greenspace Team

The successful candidate will have:

• A qualification in Horticulture (NVQ Level 2, City & Guilds or similar)
• A certificate in handling and dealing with chemicals
• Experience in the maintenance of open spaces, trees and play areas

Main responsibilities:

• Under the direction of the Team Leaders maintain all open spaces to include: Grass cutting, hedge cutting, border maintenance, tree work, litter picking and clearance as required.
• To undertake all duties within the Greenspace Team in accordance with the performance specification and ensure all areas are left clean and tidy after work is completed.
• As directed by the Team leaders, ensure all requests and enquires from either the customer or other sections of Worthing Homes for grounds maintenance are processed quickly and efficiently.
• As directed assist the Homespace team in empty homes works and tidy gardens as requested.
• Assist with the training of apprentice and seasonal staff.
• Ensure the depot is clean, tidy and safe at all times.
• Carry out safety checks to play equipment in accordance with the performance specification.

In return we offer:

• 21 days holiday + bank holidays + Christmas shutdown
• Private medical insurance (after qualifying period)
• Stakeholder pension
• Dental insurance
• Child care vouchers

Make us your next move and join an award winning Housing Association. To apply please click on the blue 'How to apply' button and send us your CV and covering letter, maximum 3 pages each.

Closing date for the receipt of CVs is 9am on 24^th March 2017. Interviews will be held on 30^th March 2017.

We are an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applications from all sectors of the community.

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