Grounds Maintenance Operative

Job Purpose

To maintain the grounds, landscaped areas, access roads, and perimeter boundaries of a busy recycling and waste management facility in Darwen. The successful candidate will ensure the site remains safe, clean, compliant, and presentable while supporting environmental and operational objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out grass cutting, strimming, hedge trimming, pruning, and weed control across the site.
• Maintain landscaped areas, site entrances, access roads, drainage channels, and boundary fencing.
• Undertake litter picking and general housekeeping of external areas.
• Remove vegetation and overgrowth from operational areas to maintain safe access and visibility.
• Operate and maintain grounds maintenance equipment including mowers, strimmers, hedge cutters, chainsaws, and leaf blowers where trained and authorised.
• Assist with seasonal maintenance activities including leaf clearance, gritting, snow clearance, and drainage maintenance.
• Carry out routine inspections of grounds and report defects, hazards, or environmental concerns.
• Support site improvement and environmental projects.
• Assist with general labouring and maintenance duties when required.
• Complete daily equipment checks and ensure machinery is maintained in a safe working condition.
• Adhere to all Company Health & Safety, Environmental, and Quality Management procedures.
• Wear and maintain appropriate PPE at all times.

Essential Requirements

• Previous experience in grounds maintenance, landscaping, horticulture, or a similar outdoor environment.
• Ability to safely operate grounds maintenance machinery and hand tools.
• Good understanding of Health & Safety procedures.
• Physically fit and capable of carrying out manual work in all weather conditions.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Reliable, punctual, and self-motivated.

Desirable Requirements

• Full UK Driving Licence.
• PA1 and PA6 Pesticide Application Certificates.
• Experience working within industrial, recycling, waste management, or manufacturing sites.
• Chainsaw certification.
• Ride-on mower experience.
• First Aid qualification.
• Basic maintenance or property repair experience.

Personal Attributes

• Strong work ethic and positive attitude.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Safety-conscious approach to work.
• Good time management skills.
• Flexible and willing to undertake a variety of duties.
• Professional and responsible attitude.

Working Conditions

• Based at a recycling and waste management facility in Darwen.
• Outdoor working throughout the year in varying weather conditions.
• Exposure to industrial traffic, machinery, dust, and noise.
• Regular lifting, carrying, bending, and walking.
• Overtime and occasional weekend work may be required to meet business needs.

Shifts

Monday – Friday 7:30am-5:30pm

Pay Rate

£13.35 per hour

Temporary to Permanent

JDR is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all backgrounds.

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We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued and respected.

JDR is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.