Grounds Maintenance Operative

We are recruiting a grounds maintenance operative to join a local authority team based in Croydon. This grounds maintenance operative role is a practical, outdoor position focused on maintaining public spaces, housing estates, and communal areas.

As a grounds maintenance operative, you will be working as part of a mobile team, so a full UK driving licence is essential.

Key Responsibilities

* Carrying out grounds maintenance duties including grass cutting, strimming, and hedge trimming

* Working as a grounds maintenance operative to maintain parks, estates, and public areas

* Litter picking and general environmental maintenance as a grounds maintenance operative

* Using grounds maintenance equipment safely and correctly

* Following health & safety procedures expected of a grounds maintenance operative

* Acting as a professional, reliable grounds maintenance operative when working in public spaces

Grounds Maintenance Operative – Requirements

* Previous experience as a grounds maintenance operative or in a similar outdoor role

* Full UK driving licence – essential for this grounds maintenance operative role

* Physically fit and able to carry out grounds maintenance operative duties in all weather

* Reliable, punctual, and able to work independently as a grounds maintenance operative

Desirable for a Grounds Maintenance Operative

* Local authority or contractor experience as a grounds maintenance operative

* Experience using mowers, strimmers, hedge cutters, or similar equipment

Why Apply for This Grounds Maintenance Operative Role?

* Ongoing work as a grounds maintenance operative

* Immediate start available

* Opportunity to work for a local authority

* Supportive team and potential for extension

👉 Apply now if you are an experienced grounds maintenance operative looking for your next role in Croydon