Grounds Maintenance Operative
Slough, Berkshire, England
£14-15 P/H
Full-time, Temporary (37 hours per week)
The Role
We are currently seeking a Grounds Maintenance Operative to join our client's Environmental Services team. This is a hands-on role maintaining public parks, open spaces, roadside verges, and gardens across the borough.
You'll be involved in a variety of tasks, including:
Grass cutting, hedge and shrub maintenance
Litter picking and cleaning of public furniture
Planting and upkeep of floral displays, hanging baskets, and lawns
Sports pitch preparation and minor tree work
Application of weed killer and basic landscaping
Playground inspections and light maintenance
You'll be working independently or as part of a team, keeping Slough's public spaces clean, safe, and welcoming for the community.
The Company
You'll be working with our client delivering essential frontline services that enhance the environment and wellbeing of the borough. The Environmental Services team plays a key role in maintaining green spaces that the public relies on every day.
The Candidate
We are looking for someone with:
Previous experience in grounds maintenance, gardening, or horticultural work
Basic knowledge of tools, equipment, and safe working practices
Good attention to detail and the ability to work to high standards
A proactive, reliable, and safety-conscious approach
The ability to work alone or as part of a small team
Relevant horticultural or grounds maintenance certificates (desirable but not essential)
How to apply
Please submit your application to our Grounds Maintenance Operative role via the contact details provided and you will be contacted with further information about this opportunity.
Alternatively, email your CV to me directly: lcuppello@novaxrecruitment.com or call me on: #removed#.
