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Job Description
Major Recruitment are currently recruiting for Grounds Maintenance Operative
To work as part of a team delivering high-quality grounds maintenance services across multiple school locations.
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Hourly Rate: £13.45
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Working Hours:
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Monday to Thursday: 07:00 - 16:00 (30-minute unpaid break)
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Friday: 07:00 - 15:00 (30-minute unpaid break)
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\nStart Date: As soon as possible
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\nLocation: Based primarily out of the Polmadie depot in Glasgow G5
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\nVetting/Clearance: PVG clearance required
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Key Responsibilities
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Based primarily out of the Polmadie depot in Glasgow, the role involves working within a mobile grounds maintenance team. Duties include, but are not limited to:
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General grounds maintenance including grass cutting, hedge trimming, and clearing leaves and litter
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Erecting and dismantling equipment
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Horticultural tasks such as planting, pruning, and seeding
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Setting out and maintaining sports pitches (grass and tarmac surfaces)
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Upkeep of artificial and synthetic pitches
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Tree care activities
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Painting and maintenance of sundry equipment
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Minor civil works, including repairs to slabs, kerbs, manholes, and surfaces
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Operation of light plant and powered tools
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Daily checks of vehicles, tractors, and cutting equipment
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Seasonal duties such as gritting and snow clearance (weather dependent)
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Candidate Requirements
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Full UK driving licence (trailer towing experience advantageous)
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Experience using ride-on mower equipment
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Basic knowledge of gardening and horticultural practices
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General experience in grounds maintenance operations
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Competence in operating light plant and small equipment
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Knowledge of Health & Safety legislation and COSHH
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Ability to pass PVG clearance
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Experience using strimmer's and small grounds maintenance plant
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A flexible, reliable team player who demonstrates pride in their work and a strong commitment to health and safety
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Desirable Qualifications/Experience:
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PA1 & PA6 (Pesticides) certification
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Experience with sports pitch marking and lining
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