Groundskeeper & Maintenance Operative

Core tasks:

·        Carry out routine ground’s maintenance across the Raby site, including grass cutting, hedge trimming, weed control, leaf raking and general grounds clearance.

·        Plant, maintain and nurture flowers, plants and other areas of greenery to provide a pleasant, attractive and homely environment.

·        Maintain the cleanliness and appearance of the site by removing rubbish, litter and general debris from the grounds.

·        Work closely with House & Day Service Management teams to ensure external areas of buildings are clean, tidy and well maintained.

·        Carry out regular checks of the site and buildings to help ensure a safe environment for staff, people we support and visitors.

·        Oversee and action matters identified through Health and Safety site audits, working closely with the Health & Safety Advisor to identify, report and remove potential hazards.

·        Undertake planned and reactive maintenance works to the grounds and Day Service buildings as directed by the Estates & Facilities Manager, Estates & Facilities Supervisor.

·        Operate a range of machinery and equipment, including tractors, following appropriate training and safe working procedures.

·        Undertake general maintenance, cleaning and basic repairs of machinery and equipment.

·        Carry out repairs and replacement of associated ground works where required.

·        Repair and renew paving, brickwork and walls as necessary.

·        Undertake repairs and renewal of foul water pipes, drainage systems and associated components.

·        Carry out basic painting and decorating work, particularly during the winter months or as directed.

·        Undertake basic joinery and plumbing works as required.

·        Maintain appropriate stock levels of materials, equipment and supplies and arrange ordering of required items.

·        Report any internal or external damage to buildings, property, grounds or site infrastructure to the Estates & Facilities Manager or Estates & Facilities Supervisor.

·        Liaise with external contractors, tradespeople and inspectors when requested.

·        Maintain accurate records of building, grounds and maintenance works undertaken and any outstanding actions.

·        Support winter maintenance activities including gritting, snow clearance, management of icy conditions and ensuring safe access routes across the site.

Person Specification

Full UK Driving licence - Essential

Please read through Job Description for further requirements.

 Hours - 37 hours & 30 minutes per week