Location: Ewelme depot (with occasional work at other depots when required)Hours: 6:00am – 3:30pm, Monday to Friday

Are you practical, hands-on, and take pride in keeping things running smoothly and looking their best?

We're looking for a reliable Depot Maintenance Operative to join our team and help maintain the day-to-day upkeep of our Ewelme depot and provide occasional support at our other depots when required.

This role would suit someone with a background in general building work, construction, or landscaping, where they enjoy variation.

What You’ll Be Doing as a Maintenance Operative:

• Carry out general maintenance and upkeep of the depot yard, including minor repair work around the site and buildings (excluding electrical or major construction).
• Keep external areas clean, tidy and presentable this includes hedge cutting, weed control, and basic plant maintenance.
• Assist with loading/unloading bins onto delivery/collection vehicles when needed.
• Support occasional minor repairs at customer premises (e.g. post replacement or fencing).
• Act as a driver’s mate when required.
• In colder months, grit footpaths and walkways at the depot and head office (this may involve an earlier start).
• Ensure full compliance with health & safety and company policies.
• Take on other general tasks and occasional ad hoc projects as requested by your manager.

What  You’ll need:

• A practical, hands-on person with basic DIY skills and a good understanding of maintenance tools and equipment (hedge cutters, drills, lawn mowers, etc).
• Competent in general DIY e.g. changing pictures, fixing shelves, changing light bulbs / fluorescent tubes etc.
• Comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Team player who’s also able to work independently and take initiative.
• Flexible and dependable, with a problem-solving mindset.
• Someone who takes pride in keeping their workplace clean, safe and in good order.
• Willingness to occasionally travel to other sites as needed and flexible to work outside of standard working hours to ensure a smooth and secure operation.
• A valid UK driving licence
• Forklift licence is desirable – but training can be provided

What we offer:

• Discretionary company bonus.
• Competitive salary 
• Pension scheme with a 5% employee contribution matched by Grundon.
• Life insurance cover.
• 30 days’ annual leave (inclusive of 8 bank holidays), which will increase with service, plus the option to buy up to 5 extra days' holiday. 
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• A supportive and inclusive work environment.