Grounds Maintenance Operative

🔒 Confidential Employer
Posted 8 May 2026
LOCATION
Market Harborough
TYPE
Temporary
LEVEL
Entry-level
CATEGORY
Skilled Trades
This role is not offered with visa sponsorship, though the employer is a licensed UK sponsor

SKILLS

Hedge trimming Lawn mowing Outdoor work Own transport Reliability Initiative General outdoor cleaning Physical fitness

FULL DESCRIPTION

Grounds Maintenance Operative

[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] is seeking a Grounds Maintenance Operative in Market Harborough, Leicestershire. This is a temporary role with the opportunity for permanent placement. Rate: £12.71 per hour. Hours: Monday to Friday, 07:30–16:00/16:30. No visa sponsorship available.

Job Description

Are you looking for outdoors work in the Market Harborough area? We are looking for a Grounds Maintenance Operative to support our long-standing client in Leicestershire. This is an important role within the local community, working outdoors within local areas such as parks and cemeteries. Responsibilities include hedge trimming, lawn mowing, waste bin changes, and general outdoor cleaning duties. We need someone who can work well using their own initiative, is reliable, hard-working, and has previous experience of working outdoors.

Key Information

  • Posted: May 06, 2026
  • Location: Market Harborough, Leicestershire
  • Reference: 180798
  • Duration: Ongoing work with opportunity for permanent placement
  • Contract Type: Temporary
  • Hourly Rate: £12.71 per hour. Holidays accrued up to 28 days per year, pro rata. No visa sponsorship.
  • Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 07:30 – 16:00/16:30
  • Closing Date: 2026-05-31

Experience & Qualifications

Previous experience in a similar role is desirable. Outdoors experience is essential. Must have own transport. Must be happy working outdoors regardless of weather.

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