Maintenance/Groundsman

ABC Day Nursery is seeking a dedicated Grounds Maintenance Worker to join our team!

As a Grounds Maintenance Worker, you will be responsible for ensuring the cleanliness and aesthetic appeal of our outdoor spaces. This is a hands-on position that requires a strong work ethic and attention to detail.

Duties:

- Routine cleaning and upkeep of common areas and outdoor spaces.

- Ensuring that the property grounds are well-maintained and aesthetically pleasing.

- Conducting regular inspections to identify maintenance issues and promptly addressing them.

- Performing basic repairs and maintenance tasks such as painting and plumbing.

- Managing landscaping activities including mowing, trimming, and watering plants.

- Monitoring and maintaining equipment and tools used for maintenance and gardening tasks.

- Following health and safety guidelines to ensure a safe working environment for residents and visitors.

Please note that the above list outlines some key responsibilities of a maintenance and gardening man role, but it is not exhaustive.

Skills:

- Strong knowledge of groundskeeping practices and techniques

- Ability to operate and maintain various power tools used in landscaping

- Proficient in using hand tools for repairs and maintenance

- Familiarity with irrigation systems and their maintenance

- Basic mechanical knowledge for troubleshooting equipment issues

- Ability to work independently

- Excellent attention to detail and time management skills

Benefits:

- flexible working shift patterns during nursery closing hours

- 8 days holiday entitlement

Working hours:

Monday-Friday after the Nursery closing times 18:00

Saturday & Sunday

If you are a motivated, experienced individual with the maintenancy experience, we encourage you to apply for the position of Grounds Maintenance Worker!

Background checks, including Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks and reference verification, will be conducted prior to the commencement of the role.

Job Type: Part-time

Salary: £11.50 per hour

Expected hours: 8 per week

Benefits:

• On-site parking

Schedule:

• Flexitime
• Weekend availability

Experience:

• Maintenance/ groundwork: 1 year (preferred)

Work Location: In person