Details:
- Salary: £34,000 - Annum
- Job Type: Permanent
- Job Status: Full-Time
- Salary Per: Annum
- Location: Bedford Bedfordshire South East
- Date: 1 day ago
Description:
Ground Worker – VoidsSalary: Up to £34,000 per annum
Location: Bedfordshire
Job Type: Permanent
Build Recruitment provides specialist recruitment services, supplying quality candidates on a temporary and permanent basis to leading organisations throughout the built environment – from executive to operative level.
With offices in London, Manchester and the South West, we specialise in Housing, Construction, Facilities Management, Property, Surveying, Health & Safety, and Sales. We are currently working with a Housing Association seeking an experienced Ground Worker to join their responsive repairs team in Bedfordshire.
Day-to-Day Duties
Carry out day-to-day groundwork repairs in occupied residential properties.
Complete paving, slabbing, concreting, and tarmac repairs.
Excavate and reinstate footpaths, driveways, and other external areas.
Undertake drainage repairs, including clearing, replacing, and installing pipework.
Carry out fencing repairs and installations, including posts, panels, and gates.
Reinstate external areas following utility or maintenance works.
Maintain a tidy and professional approach while working in tenants' homes and communal areas.
Safely operate hand tools and small plant equipment.
Identify and report any additional repairs or follow-on works.
Support other trades with minor make-good works when required.Benefits
Permanent position with a salary of up to £34,000 per annum
Company van and fuel card provided
Paid annual leave
Pension scheme
Ongoing training and development opportunities
Stable, long-term employment with a respected Housing AssociationRequirements
Previous experience as a Ground Worker within responsive repairs, maintenance, or social housing.
Experience in paving, drainage, fencing, concreting, tarmac, and general external repairs.
Full UK driving licence.
Ability to work independently and deliver high-quality customer service.Please apply today or contact Tom at Build Recruitment on (phone number removed) for more information.
We'll take the time to understand your career history and motivations for a new role. We'll also take references and may ask for proof of your eligibility to work in the UK.
We work with a wide variety of clients across the public and private sectors and will match your skills, experience, and career goals with suitable opportunities. Once we submit you for a role, you'll receive ongoing support and regular communication throughout the recruitment process.
Our commitment doesn't end with securing your next role. We'll continue to support your career development, provide market insight, and offer regular salary benchmarking.
Suitable BackgroundsThis role would suit candidates with experience as a Ground Worker, Groundworker Multi Trader, Maintenance Operative, Multi-Skilled Operative, Multi-Trade Operative, Multi Trader, or Handyman, particularly those with experience working within social housing, housing associations, domestic properties, local authorities, or Ministry of Defence (MOD) contracts