4 grounds maintenance operative jobs found

Overview We are seeking a reliable and proactive Estates & Maintenance Operative / Caretaker to support the smooth running, safety, and presentation of a busy college campus. This is a hands‑on role suited to someone who enjoys variety, takes pride in their work, and is comfortable working both indoors and outdoors across a large site. The ideal candidate will have previous experience in a similar estates, facilities, or campus‑based role and be confident carrying out a blend of building maintenance, grounds duties, and general caretaking tasks. Key Responsibilities Campus & Building Maintenance Carry out day‑to‑day maintenance, repairs, and basic fabric tasks across college buildings. Support planned preventative maintenance activities as directed by the Estates team. Respond to maintenance requests, ensuring issues are resolved promptly and safely. Assist with room setups, furniture moves, and general caretaking duties. Grounds & External Areas Maintain...

Overview We are seeking a reliable and proactive Estates & Maintenance Operative / Caretaker to support the smooth running, safety, and presentation of a busy college campus. This is a hands‑on role suited to someone who enjoys variety, takes pride in their work, and is comfortable working both indoors and outdoors across a large site. The ideal candidate will have previous experience in a similar estates, facilities, or campus‑based role and be confident carrying out a blend of building maintenance, grounds duties, and general caretaking tasks. Key Responsibilities Campus & Building Maintenance Carry out day‑to‑day maintenance, repairs, and basic fabric tasks across college buildings. Support planned preventative maintenance activities as directed by the Estates team. Respond to maintenance requests, ensuring issues are resolved promptly and safely. Assist with room setups, furniture moves, and general caretaking duties. Grounds & External Areas Maintain...

Location: Sheffield Pay rate: £13.75 per hour PAYE plus holiday pay or £17 Umbrella Employment Type: Full-time (35 hours per week), with temporary contract (3 months) - potential perm contract after 3 months Job Summary The Gardener/Estate Operative is responsible for maintaining the health, aesthetics, and functionality of gardens, lawns, and landscaped areas. This role involves hands-on gardening, plant care, and grounds maintenance. The role concerns the care of a residential building managed by a social housing organisation. Key Responsibilities: * Perform daily maintenance of gardens, lawns, flower beds, and shrubs.Mow, edge, fertilize, water, weed, prune, and mulch as needed. * Plant seasonal flowers, trees, shrubs, and other greenery in line with garden design plans. * Monitor plant health and identify pests or diseases; apply treatments as required. * Operate and maintain gardening tools and machinery such as mowers, trimmers, and...

1. Ensuring all school buildings and grounds are cleaned to agreed standards and specifications, including: § Supervision of the school cleaning staff, establishing cleaning schedules, instructing and monitoring in appropriate cleaning methods including safe use of equipment/ machinery/cleaning agents whilst ensuring cleaners are aware of and comply with associated health and safety requirements. § Personally undertaking agreed cleaning tasks not included in the school's cleaning specification § Assisting in the maintenance of a litter free environment in accordance with the Code of Practice § Arranging for emergency cleaning and removal of graffiti § Arranging the cleaning of laundry items. 2. Ensuring the maintenance of all school buildings, grounds and utilities and ensuring that any repairs are properly and promptly carried out, including: § Operating an agreed programme of planned preventative maintenance § Personally undertaking minor repairs and maintenance tasks...