Ground Maintenance Operative - Leicester

Grounds Maintenance Operative Location: Leicester Job Type: Temporary Start Date: 7th September 2026 End Date: 30th October 2026 Pay Rate: £13.47 per hour Hours: Monday to Friday (exact hours to be confirmed) About the…

Pay rate £13.47/hour
Job type Temporary
Posted 4 September 2026

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Grounds Maintenance Operative

Location: Leicester
Job Type: Temporary
Start Date: 7th September 2026
End Date: 30th October 2026
Pay Rate: £13.47 per hour
Hours: Monday to Friday (exact hours to be confirmed)

About the Role

We are currently recruiting for a Grounds Maintenance Operative to join a busy team based in Leicester. This is a hands-on role maintaining both hard and soft landscaped areas, helping to ensure communities remain clean, safe, and well-presented.

The successful candidate will be working as part of a small team carrying out a variety of grounds maintenance duties across residential and communal areas.

Key Responsibilities

Grass cutting and lawn maintenance.
Hedge trimming and shrub maintenance.
Litter picking and leaf clearance.
Cultivation and upkeep of shrub beds.
Removal of fly tipping and general rubbish.
Safely operate hand tools, machinery, and maintenance equipment.
Report health, safety, and environmental issues to management.
Deliver excellent customer service when interacting with residents and stakeholders.
Maintain accurate records and communicate community or environmental concerns.
Work collaboratively with colleagues across different sites and contracts.
Follow all company policies, procedures, and health and safety regulations.
Support continuous improvement initiatives and undertake relevant training.

Essential Requirements

Previous grounds maintenance experience.
Full UK driving licence.
Ability to drive a long wheelbase vehicle or tipper van.
Ability to undertake physical and manual work.
Customer-focused attitude with excellent communication skills.
Basic IT skills.
Strong team player with a flexible approach to work.

Desirable Requirements

PA1 Spraying Licence.
PA6 Spraying Licence.

What We're Looking For

We are seeking reliable, hardworking individuals who take pride in maintaining outdoor environments to a high standard. As this is a small team, the ability to drive company vehicles is highly important to support operational requirements, including holiday and sickness cover.

How to Apply

If you have grounds maintenance experience and are looking for your next opportunity, we'd love to hear from you. Please send your CV for consideration and a member of our recruitment team will be in touch.

Apply today to secure your place for this immediate-start opportunity in Leicester.

Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

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