Job Description:

Grounds Maintenance Operative

£13.69 per hour PAYE | 22.2 Hours per Week | Immediate Start

Opus People Solutions is recruiting on behalf of our client for a Grounds Maintenance Operative to support seasonal tree watering activities across the local area.

This is a great opportunity for an experienced driver who enjoys working outdoors, can work independently, and is confident towing a trailer.

The Role

You will be responsible for watering newly planted trees using a 4x4 vehicle and bowser trailer, following allocated routes and work plans to ensure trees are maintained to the required standard.

Key Responsibilities

• Watering newly planted trees across designated locations
• Driving a manual 4x4 vehicle with a bowser trailer attached
• Following planned routes and schedules independently
• Ensuring gates are secured and locked after gaining access
• Working safely within public spaces to prevent damage or disruption
• Completing tasks to the expected public sector standard
• Maintaining accurate completion of allocated work

Working Hours

• 3 days per week
• Flexible on working days
• Start Time: 07:30
• Finish Time: 15:39
• 7.4 hours per day
• 45 minute unpaid break
• 22.2 paid hours per week

Assignment Details

• Initial 4 week seasonal assignment
• Potential for extension
• ASAP start available
• Full induction provided

Requirements



Essential

• Full UK driving licence
• Category BE licence
• C1 licence
• Experience towing and manoeuvring trailers confidently
• Ability to drive a manual vehicle
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and manage workload effectively
• Reliable and responsible approach to work

Pre-Employment Requirements

Successful candidates will be required to provide:

• Current CV
• Driver's Declaration
• DVLA licence check (to be submitted to the Fleet Team before commencement)

• Full induction will be provided before starting

If you're looking for an immediate start and enjoy working outdoors in a hands-on role, we'd love to hear from you.

All offers will be subject to satisfactory compliance screening, including right to work in the UK and references.