Grounds Maintenance Operative

Housing Diversity Network; Leeds; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A community support organisation in Leeds is seeking a Grounds Maintenance Operative to manage grounds maintenance and estate management tasks across properties. The ideal candidate should have some experience in outdoor roles, possess a full UK driving licence, and demonstrate reliability and strong customer service skills. This role involves collaborative work with colleagues and active engagement with tenants. Offering competitive terms, apply soon as the closing date is 2nd February 2026.

Qualifications

• Some experience in grounds maintenance or a practical outdoor role is required.
• Must be reliable and organised to manage daily workload.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team is essential.
• A positive attitude and commitment to delivering good customer service.
• Full UK driving licence is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Carry out grounds and estate maintenance across communal areas as per schedules.
• Complete tasks including grass cutting, planting, fencing, and litter picking.
• Use tools and equipment safely and report issues.
• Follow health and safety procedures and wear appropriate PPE.
• Engage positively with tenants representing Leeds Federated professionally.
• Work cooperatively with colleagues to maintain high standards.

Skills

Experience in grounds maintenance

Reliability

Organisational skills

Ability to work independently

Customer service commitment

Job description

We’re looking for a Grounds Maintenance Operative to support the day‑to‑day delivery of grounds maintenance, estate management, and improvement works across Leeds Federated properties and external contracts.

What you’ll do:

• Carry out grounds and estate maintenance across communal areas, following set schedules and instructions
• Complete grounds maintenance tasks including grass cutting, planting, fencing, and litter picking
• Use tools, equipment, and machinery safely and report any issues or defects
• Always follow health and safety procedures and wear appropriate PPE
• Engage positively with tenants and represent Leeds Federated in a professional manner
• Work cooperatively with colleagues to ensure high standards are maintained

What we’re looking for:

• Some experience in grounds maintenance or a practical outdoor role
• Reliable, organised, and able to manage your daily workload
• Able to work independently as well as part of a team
• A positive attitude and commitment to delivering good customer service
• Hold a full UK driving licence (essential).

If you are ready to take the next step in your career and want to be part of a purpose‑driven organisation, apply today!

Closing Date: 2nd February 2026

We reserve the right to close this vacancy if it is deemed that we have received a suitable number of applications. On this basis we would advise that applications are submitted as soon as possible.

Leeds Federated is an equal opportunities employer and promotes diversity in everything we do and therefore welcomes applications from all sections of the community.

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