Grounds maintenance operative

🔒 Confidential Employer
Posted 21 April 2026
LOCATION
Otterbourne
TYPE
Full-time
LEVEL
Entry-level
SALARY
£34,171 / year
CATEGORY
Skilled Trades
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SKILLS

Mechanical skills Electrical skills Waste treatment Health and Safety Computer literacy Gas systems Leachate pumping systems Problem-solving

FULL DESCRIPTION

As a Landfill Aftercare & Maintenance Technician you’ll be pushing for innovative solutions to create a more sustainable future for all. Balance gas well fields and monitor gas flare operations, conduct environmental sampling and monitoring, perform regular site checks on leachate wells, maintain and install gas and leachate infrastructure, carry out minor electrical works, perform well remediation and fusion welding of pipework, manage leachate treatment plants, pumping, and storage systems where installed, conduct audits of infrastructure and maintain equipment, monitor water, leachate, and gas levels, recording data in compliance with company procedures, and work independently in various weather conditions, including out-of-hours call-outs when required.

Job Details

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Salary: £34,171.88 per annum plus [Employer hidden — view at passion-project.co.uk] benefits

Hours: 45 hours per week

Location: Transfer Plant

Poles Lane

Otterbourne

Hampshire

SO21 2EA

When you see the world as we do, you see the chance to help the world take better care of its resources and help it become a better place for everyone.

As a Landfill Aftercare & Maintenance Technician you’ll be pushing for innovative solutions to create a more sustainable future for all. We know that everyone here at [Employer hidden] can help us work alongside our communities, look after the environment, and contribute to our inclusive culture.

What we can offer you;

  • 25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays
  • Access to our company/people’s pension scheme
  • Discounts on everything from groceries to well known retailers
  • Access to a range of resources to support your physical, mental and financial health; so you can lean on us whenever you need to
  • 24 hour access to a virtual GP, 365 days a year, for you and family members in your household
  • One paid days leave every year to volunteer and support your community 
  • Ongoing training and development opportunities, allowing you to reach your full potential

What you’ll be doing; 

  • Balance gas well fields and monitor gas flare operations
  • Conduct environmental sampling and monitoring, both scheduled and ad hoc
  • Perform regular site checks on leachate wells, analyze problems, and implement corrections
  • Maintain and install gas and leachate infrastructure, including compressors and pumps
  • Carry out minor electrical works, including problem identification and isolation
  • Perform well remediation and fusion welding of pipework
  • Manage leachate treatment plants, pumping, and storage systems where installed
  • Conduct audits of infrastructure and maintain equipment
  • Monitor water, leachate, and gas levels, recording data in compliance with company procedures
  • Work independently in various weather conditions, including out-of-hours call-outs when required

What we're looking for;

  • Basic mechanical and electrical skills desirable
  • Valid driving license essential
  • Understanding of waste treatment biological processes preferred
  • Strong appreciation of Health and Safety practices and safe work systems
  • Computer literacy required
  • Knowledge of gas systems infrastructure and well field balancing
  • Familiarity with leachate pumping systems desirable
  • GCSE qualifications (preferably level C) in mathematics, English, and a science subject
  • Analytical mindset and problem-solving skills
  • Good physical fitness for extensive walking on landfill sites and environmental awareness

What’s next?

Apply today, so we can make a difference for generations to come.

We're proud to have been named as one of The Sunday Times Best Places to Work for three consecutive years in 2023, 2024 and 2025. This consistent recognition reflects our commitment to our people, demonstrating that [Employer hidden] is not just transforming the environment, we're also transforming what it means to have a rewarding, purposeful career. 

We're dedicated to supporting you throughout your application journey, offering adjustments where reasonable and appropriate. As a proud Disability Confident Employer, we will offer an interview to applicants with a disability or long-term condition who opt-in to the Disability Confident scheme, and meet the minimum criteria for our roles. 

We're also committed to ensuring that all applicants and colleagues receive fair treatment without discrimination on any grounds, aiming to create a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.

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