Grounds Maintenance Operative
🔒 Confidential Employer
Posted 7 May 2026
LOCATION
Seascale
TYPE
Full-time
LEVEL
Entry-level
CATEGORY
Skilled Trades
This employer holds a UK Home Office sponsor license — sponsorship for this specific role is at the employer’s discretion
SKILLS
Grass cutting
Hedge cutting
Spraying (PA1/PA6)
Litter picking
Operate hand tools
Powered horticultural machinery
Winter services (gritting, snow clearance)
Full UK driving license
FULL DESCRIPTION
Grounds Maintenance Operative
[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] – Sellafield, Seascale, Cumbria CA20 1PG – Full-time – £14.67/hour – Permanent
About the Role
At [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal], we bring out the best in places. We are looking for a Grounds Maintenance Operative who will deliver excellent service standards, maintaining outdoor spaces to the highest quality.
Key Responsibilities
- Carry out grass and hedge cutting, border maintenance, leaf clearing, spraying, and litter picking
- Operate hand tools and powered horticultural machinery safely and effectively
- Deliver winter services including gritting, snow clearance, and Christmas tree installation
- Report site hazards and relevant information to management
- Follow health and safety procedures and undertake additional training as required
What We're Looking For
- Passion for working outdoors in agile and flexible environments
- Good understanding of smartphone technology
- Grounds maintenance experience is desirable but not essential
- PA1 & PA6 spraying license is a plus
- Full UK driving license preferred for roles involving company vehicles
Benefits
- Virtual GP service
- Salary Finance scheme (access up to 50% of earned pay early)
- Flexible benefits platform (Choices) – dental insurance, dining cards, coffee clubs, technology products
- High street discounts via MiDeals platform
- Cycle-to-work scheme
- Life cover (greater of annual salary or £10,000)
- Save-as-you-earn scheme
- [Employer hidden] Matching Share Plan (free shares possible)
- [Employer hidden] Stars recognition with cash prizes up to £10,000
- Training and development opportunities
Additional Information
Requirement: Full UK Driving License and must be able to pass Local Security Clearance. Since 1987, [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal]’s 80,000 employees have been maintaining companies globally. We are the UK’s leading facilities management and professional services company. Join our [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] Team.
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