Grounds Operative

Canterbury Environment Company are seeking operatives to deliver a professional grounds maintenance service across the Canterbury District.

You will be expected to carry out a range of duties and have a basic knowledge of Health & Safety regulations. The role will include grass cutting and general grounds maintenance duties. You will report any matters affecting delivery to the chargehand/supervisor, undertake vehicle and plant exterior and interior washing and cleaning as well as daily vehicle and plant checks, ensuring that any defects are reported.

You will be expected to work outdoors in all weathers and have good communication skills. It is important that you have a friendly manner towards the public, a neat and tidy appearance and be willing to work as part of a team.

Working hours are between 07:00 and 15:30 Monday - Thursday, 07:00 and 14:30 on Fridays, 39 hours per week guaranteed and overtime may be available.

In return, we offer a full time contract with guaranteed hours and company benefits including a pension scheme. You will undertake a comprehensive induction and full uniform and PPE will be provided.

Canterbury is a great place to work. Nestled in the Garden of England in east Kent, the district covers the bustling city of Canterbury with its World Heritage Sites and three universities, the popular coastal towns of Herne Bay and Whitstable as well as 24 beautiful villages.