Estates Groundskeeper

Abyssal S.A; Slinfold; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a diligent Groundskeeper to maintain the beauty and functionality of outdoor spaces across three sites. The role involves various landscaping tasks, ensuring safety and cleanliness while providing a welcoming environment. Candidates should have prior experience, a full UK driving license, and a proactive attitude.

Qualifications

• Prior experience in groundskeeping or landscaping.
• Ability to operate and maintain landscaping tools and equipment.
• Basic knowledge of plants, gardening techniques, and pest control methods.

Responsibilities

• Maintain outdoor spaces, ensuring they are safe, clean, and welcoming.
• Perform landscaping duties including mowing, trimming, and planting.
• Operate and maintain landscaping equipment and tools.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Team-oriented mindset

Physical stamina

Tools

Landscaping tools

Job description

We are seeking a diligent and skilled Groundskeeper to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for maintaining the beauty and functionality of our outdoor spaces, ensuring they are safe, clean, and welcoming. This role will entail looking after three sites, with the role based in slinfold. Hours of work are Monday- Friday 08:30- 17:30.

What you'll be doing:

• Assist in the day-to-day operations of the AJW’s buildings and grounds, ensuring they are safe, functional, and meet regulatory requirements.

• Perform tasks such as mowing, trimming, planting, watering, fertilizing, weed control, and general landscaping duties to maintain aesthetic appeal.

• Ensure all outdoor areas, including walkways, driveways, and public spaces, are free from debris and hazards.

• Operate and maintain landscaping equipment and tools, such as lawnmowers, trimmers, and leaf blowers.

• Monitor and repair irrigation systems to ensure proper watering of plants and grass.

• Identify and manage pests and diseases to maintain the health of plants and lawns.

• Perform general DIY & decoration works as needed.

• Assist maintain all helpdesk enquires with a prompt response & course of action (emails, JIRA, internal worklist)

• Work closely with the Estates team & H&S Manager on all H&S-related matters

• Assist with onsite Party/Entertainment set up/breakdown.

• To provide Emergency 24/7 call out attendance to estate maintenance requirements.
  

Our person specification below is by no means exhaustive, and we would like to hear from you if you are interested in the role or in joining AJW Group, despite whether you meet all of our requirements. We will provide training to ensure your success and growth at AJW Group.

About you

• Prior experience in groundskeeping or landscaping

• Ability to operate and maintain landscaping tools and equipment.

• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to maintaining high standards.

• Physical stamina and the ability to perform manual labour in various weather conditions.

• Basic knowledge of plants, gardening techniques, and pest control methods

• Good communication skills and a team-oriented mindset

• Full UK driving license (clean license preferred)

• Must have a good proactive attitude.

AJW Group is an equal opportunities employer that aims to provide a diverse and inclusive environment. We encourage suitably qualified applications regardless of race, disability, age, sex, marital status, veteran status, pregnancy and maternity, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, and religion or belief. We are a culture that celebrates success on merit.

Please note that you may need to undergo a DBS background check if you are successfulTo recruitment agencies: AJW Group will not accept unsolicited or speculative agency CVs and will not be responsible for any fees related to unsolicited CVs.