Groundworker

Location: Outskirts of Norwich Town

Type: Full Time, Temporary to Permanent

Salary: £21,968 per annum based on working full time hours.

Hours: Starting at 20hours per week -  (8am - 4:30pm or 9am - 5:30pm)

About the Role: Reed is delighted to be working with a fantastic company based in Norwich, seeking a dedicated Grounds Maintenance Worker. This role offers a great opportunity to join a dynamic team on the outskirts of Norwich.

Purpose of the Role: To provide a local town with ground maintenance to keep the town upkeep in great order, working with a team. Some of the responsibilities for the role will be listed below.

Responsibilities:

• Operate ride-on mowers to cut large grass areas.
• Use hand mowers and strimmer's to finish around obstacles.
• Perform hedge cutting at appropriate times for birds and wildlife.
• Inspect tennis and basketball courts for debris and surface contamination.
• Conduct monthly inspections and daily visual checks of play equipment.
• Perform daily litter picking.
• Unlock cemeteries every weekday.
• Ensure the chapel is clean and tidy.
• Assist the public with cemetery queries.

• Collect grave digging paperwork from the office.
• Perform grave digging and backfilling.
• Repair any collapsed graves.

• Erect and remove barriers.
• Sweep, clean, and clear rubbish after the market.

• Grease and lubricate appropriate parts on machinery.

• Check defibrillators monthly and record site checks online.
• Perform weekly maintenance of office grounds, including litter and debris removal.

Experience required:

• Horticulture knowledge is advantageous but not essential.
• Experience with garden machinery is advantageous.
• Experience with 360° excavators and ride-on mowers is advantageous.

Personal Qualities:

• Conscientious and reliable.
• Professional attitude.
• Good timekeeping.
• Proactive and self-motivated.
• Team player.