Outdoor Grounds & Facilities Technician

Mercury College; Barnsley; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A service provider focused on grounds maintenance is seeking a Maintenance & Grounds Operative. The role involves maintaining the buildings and grounds, ensuring high standards of upkeep, and addressing repairs promptly. Candidates should be physically fit, enthusiastic, and ideally have experience with grounds equipment. This position also requires teamwork and good interpersonal skills to interact positively with individuals supported by the service. The working hours are Monday to Friday from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM.

Benefits

Continuous support and feedback

6 weeks holiday

Ongoing training days

Regular promotion opportunities

Salary Sacrifice Pension scheme

Cycle to work scheme

Access to retailers discounts

Refer a friend scheme

Free parking

Qualifications

• Must be physically fit and enthusiastic.
• Experience in a similar grounds or gardening role preferred.
• Willingness to work outdoors in various weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Maintain buildings and grounds to high standards.
• Rectify repairs swiftly and ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.
• Conduct checks on outdoor playing equipment and perform general external cleaning.

Skills

Physical fitness

Experience in grounds maintenance

Team player

Ability to build positive relationships

Tools

Hedge trimmers

Pedestrian mowers

Strimmers

Job description

A service provider focused on grounds maintenance is seeking a Maintenance & Grounds Operative. The role involves maintaining the buildings and grounds, ensuring high standards of upkeep, and addressing repairs promptly. Candidates should be physically fit, enthusiastic, and ideally have experience with grounds equipment. This position also requires teamwork and good interpersonal skills to interact positively with individuals supported by the service. The working hours are Monday to Friday from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM.