Grounds Maintenance Operator- Cambridge- £25.5-£27.5k per annum

Hours: Monday to Friday, 37 hours per week

The role is a permanent position with an immediate start date.

You must hold a valid UK driver's license.

All employment offers are subject to security screening and may require health screening. The organisation operates as a non-smoking site.

• Waste Management: Assist in the daily processing of site waste, including recycling, composting, clinical waste, electrical waste, paper shredding, and general waste disposal.
• Gardening Support: Collaborate with the Gardening team to maintain formal areas, including weeding, spraying, and other associated tasks.
• Porters Team Assistance: Provide support to the site Porters team as needed.
• Record Keeping: Maintain accurate records of clinical waste streams on site.
• Grounds Maintenance: Help maintain site grounds, including amenity grassland and parkland areas.
• Woodland and Grassland Care: Assist in the maintenance of estate woodlands and managed grasslands, from mature woodlands to newly planted trees and hay meadows.
• Conservation Projects: Participate in conservation initiatives within the estate grounds.
• Machinery Operation: Operate and maintain various machinery, such as tractors and ride-on mowers.
• Footpath Maintenance: Ensure the upkeep of public and permissive footpaths, including mowing and fencing.
• Winter Grounds Care: Assist with winter clearing of site grounds, including snow removal and gritting of paths, roads, and parking areas.
• Additional Duties: Carry out any other reasonable requests from management as needed.

• Proven experience working in a team environment
• Background in grounds maintenance or a similar practical discipline
• Experience in service provision for a large site
• Knowledge of waste management, recycling, and clinical waste processes
• Familiarity with powered hand tools and large agricultural machinery

• Strong foundation in grounds maintenance practices
• Ability to work efficiently both as part of a team and independently
• Effective task prioritisation skills
• Initiative to work autonomously when required
• Positive, flexible, and enthusiastic attitude towards change
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

Company Benefits:

• Pension Scheme: A Group Personal Pension Scheme with a company contribution of 10.5% of salary, contingent on a staff contribution of 3%.
• Holiday Entitlement: 25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays and 3 additional privilege days for the Christmas shutdown.
• Discretionary Annual Bonus: Employees may qualify for a performance-related bonus based on discretion.
• Employee Well-being Service: Access to confidential support, expert advice, and specialised counselling services for all employees.
• Dining Facilities: On-site restaurant available for employee use.
• Accommodation Options: Various hostels, flats, and houses available for rent (currently with a waiting list).
• Social Activities: Membership in a Sports & Social Club and access to an on-site gym.
• Childcare Services: Nursery and holiday play scheme available on-site, subject to demand.
• Parking: Free car parking available on site, with a commitment to a green transport
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If you are passionate about maintaining a vibrant site environment and possess the skills and attributes outlined above, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity to join our Estate Management team.