Senior Grounds Maintenance Operative

Housing Diversity Network; Leeds; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A community-focused organization is seeking a Senior Grounds Maintenance Operative to lead day-to-day maintenance and estate management across Leeds. You will schedule and oversee tasks, ensure safety standards, and motivate your team. The ideal candidate has grounds maintenance experience, a keen eye for detail, and a full UK driving licence. This is a great opportunity to advance your career while contributing to community well-being in a purpose-driven environment. Applications close on 2nd February 2026.

Qualifications

• Experience in grounds maintenance or a similar role.
• Ability to complete work to a consistent standard.
• Full UK driving licence is essential.

Responsibilities

• Plan and carry out grounds and estate maintenance.
• Provide on-site leadership and allocate tasks.
• Monitor work quality and ensure health and safety standards.

Skills

Experience in grounds maintenance

Attention to detail

Organised and reliable

Team leadership

Customer service skills

Job description

We’re looking for a Senior Grounds Maintenance Operative to lead on delivering day-to-day grounds maintenance, estate management, and improvement works across Leeds Federated properties and external contracts.

You’ll plan, organise, and carry out work to a high standard, making sure jobs are done safely and efficiently. You’ll also support and motivate team members, ensuring health and safety procedures are followed and records are kept accurately.

What you’ll do

• Plan and carry out grounds and estate maintenance, making regular site visits and ensuring good quality and value for money
• Provide on-site leadership by allocating tasks, guiding team members, and being the main point of contact for tenants
• Carry out grounds maintenance tasks including grass cutting, planting, fencing, and litter picking
• Deliver toolbox talks and provide practical instructions for staff, including new starters
• Monitor work quality and ensure health and safety standards are met
• Keep accurate records of work completed, equipment checks, and material use
• Ensure all vehicles, tools, and machinery are safe and well maintained
• Provide excellent customer service and positively represent Leeds Federated

What we’re looking for

• Experience in grounds maintenance or similar role
• Attention to detail and able to complete work to a consistent standard
• Organised, reliable, and able to manage your workload effectively
• Support and encourage others, helping your team stay motivated and maintain high morale
• 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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