Grounds Maintenance Operative

Location: Green Park, Business Park, Reading RG2 6GP Salary: Above Real living wage Contract Type: Permanent Typical Hours: 40 hours per week, Monday-Friday Join a team where your experience matters. We're looking for reliable and skilled Grounds Maintenance Operatives to support the delivery of high-quality grounds services at Green Park, Business Park, Reading RG2 6GP. If you take pride in your work, understand the importance of health and safety, and want to be part of a professional and well-managed team, we want to hear from you! What You'll Do Carrying out routine and specialist grounds maintenance tasks including grass cutting, strimming, hedge trimming, spraying, pruning, and litter picking. Operating a range of equipment and machinery safely and effectively. Maintaining tools, vehicles, and PPE to a high standard and reporting any defects. Recording completed work using mobile technology (training provided). Working collaboratively with your team to meet quality and performance targets. What You'll Get

• Career progression: Opportunities for development, formal training, and upskilling
• Supportive team: Work alongside experienced colleagues and supportive leadership
• Well-maintained equipment: You'll have access to the latest well-maintained electric tools, quieter, lighter, and easier to use. What we're looking for:
• Previous experience in a similar grounds maintenance role
• A good understanding of health & safety procedures and safe equipment use
• Full UK driving license (preferred)
• Spraying qualifications (PA1 & PA6) and/or horticultural certification (desirable)
• A proactive, professional attitude and ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team If you're ready to take the next step in your grounds career, apply now and join a team that values your skills and commitment. Benefits
• Competitive salary – aligned with your skills and experience
• Pension scheme – helping you plan for the future
• Recognition schemes – celebrating and rewarding great work
• Private GP service – fast, convenient access to medical support
• Life insurance – providing added peace of mind
• Subsidised gym membership – supporting your health and wellbeing
• Holiday buy scheme – purchase up to 5 additional days of annual leave

We expect all colleagues to uphold our values of dignity, respect, and inclusion. We take a zero-tolerance approach to any form of discriminatory behaviour and are committed to continuous improvement through training, inclusive policies, and accountability at all levels. Maint