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Grounds Maintenance Operative at Incommunities

Bradford, United Kingdom

Job Descrption

We are looking for a Grounds Maintenance Operatives to join us on a permanent basis, you will ensure all spaces are maintained to a high standard and carrying out a wide range of grounds maintenance tasks including grass cutting, shrub bed works and site clearance works.

About us

We are a social housing landlord and one of the largest housing providers in the region with over 22,000 social and affordable homes, mainly in the Bradford district. We employ a talented workforce of nearly 1,000 people.

Working to provide great homes in great neighbourhoods, we are proud to collaborate with our customers, communities, local and national stakeholders to achieve this.

This year will see us launch our new 5 year corporate strategy to 2029 which puts customers at the heart of what we do, providing great places to live and work, with homes that they are proud to live in.

Responsibilities

Deliver a grounds maintenance service based on customer involvement, satisfaction and sustainability
Work as part of a team to maintain all Incommunities spaces to a high standard of appearance and safety
Carry out a wide range of grounds maintenance tasks including grass cutting, shrub bed works and site clearance works

You will be a star performer if you:

You have basic grounds maintenance knowledge or the willingness to learn
You have previously used tools such as mowers, strimmers, hedge trimmers and back pack blowers
You are an excellent team player with good communication skills
You are self motivated, respectful, trustworthy and punctual

Requirements

Practical experience in a horticultural or arboriculture role and/or a qualification in this area
A full UK manual driving license is essential
The ability to follow verbal and written instructions and complete relevant paperwork
At least 2 suitable references
The willingness to work outdoors in all weathers and on all ground terrain types
A general awareness of Health and Safety including safe site working practice
A good work ethic and customer service skills to interact with our customers who may on occasion approach the grounds team with queries

Benefits

Salary of £25,374 per year
West Yorkshire Pension Fund membership - Current employer contribution is 15.9%
Excellent holiday allowance that increases with service
Training, development, and qualification opportunities
Corporate health scheme membership
Access to an Employee Assistance Programme
Cycle to work scheme
Local gym membership discounts.
A team of trained Mental Health First Aiders who are available for colleagues to contact for support

We are an equal opportunity employer but beyond characteristics protected by law, we welcome and value applicants from diverse backgrounds, abilities and perspectives. Incommunities is also recognised as ‘Committed’ to being Menopause Friendly. The Menopause Friendly Accreditation recognises inclusive employers that build awareness and understanding of how menopause can have an effect at work and shows we take the wellbeing of our colleagues seriously.

Early application is encouraged as we will review applications throughout the advertising period and reserve the right to close the advert early.

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