Maintenance Operative

Grounds maintenance Operative – Up to £25,000pa – Horsham

The Role

Can you confidently operate a variety of gardening machinery with precision and skill? Do you have a valid driving license? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you.

Smarter Services Ltd is a Surrey based business with a wealth of Facilities Management within the grounds maintenance sector.

As a Grounds maintenance operative, the successful candidate will play a pivotal role in maintaining outdoor spaces to the highest standards. Your responsibilities encompass a diverse range of tasks, requiring both practical expertise and effective leadership skills.

Key Responsibilities:

• Demonstrate safe handling of gardening equipment and machinery.
• Operate various types of petrol machinery proficiently.
• Perform tasks such as mowing, trimming, pruning, hedge cutting, irrigation, planting, and de-weeding.
• Conduct garden clearances to maintain tidy and presentable outdoor spaces.
• Ensure gardening equipment remains operational by adhering to manufacturer's operating and care guidelines.
• Uphold a safe working environment by strictly following procedures, rules, and regulations.
• Contribute to team efforts by accomplishing related tasks as needed.
• Ensure all work is carried out and completed to the highest standards.
• Implement safe work practices in accordance with the company's Health & Safety policies.

The Company

With the ability to deliver innovative, customer-focused and value for money services to all sectors. As a proven and experienced supplier of daily cleaning, window cleaning, specialist cleaning and a full range of support services to both the private and public sectors in London and the surrounding areas, we provide a rapid response to our customers’ requirements, meeting all their specifications in a timely and appropriate manner.

The Person

• Essential experience in gardening and grounds maintenance.
• Driving License required
• Previous proficiency in operating gardening machinery.
• Demonstrated attention to detail in all tasks.
• Ability to work independently or collaboratively within a team.
• Possession of a clean driver’s licence.
• Willingness to travel up to 50% of the time (preferred).
• Work location primarily on the road, covering various areas as required.

If you're eager to embark on this rewarding journey with us, take the next step today!