Details:
- Salary: £13 - 13.46 - Hour
- Job Type: Temporary
- Job Status: Full-Time
- Salary Per: Hour
- Location: Crawley West Sussex
- Date: 2 weeks ago
Description:
Temporary Grounds Person
£13.46 per hour
Do you have a passion for keeping playing fields and sports pitches in top condition? Are you customer-focused and take pride in your work? If so, then we want to hear from you!
We are recruiting for a temporary Grounds Person to join our client for 6 months. In this role, you will be responsible for maintaining playing fields and pitches across the town, ensuring they are safe, clean, and well-maintained for the community.
What will you be doing?
Prepare and renovate playing surfaces for various sports, including bowls, cricket, football, rugby, and more.
Plan and carry out seasonal work, such as spring clean-up and end-of-season renovations.
Operate and maintain various tools and equipment, including ride-on mowers, strimmers, hedge cutters, and chippers.
Cut grass, strim edges, hoe and weed gardens, and control pests and diseases (if qualified).
Plant trees, shrubs, and bulbs, and maintain hedges and shrubbery.
Clear leaves, litter, and debris, and clean hard surfaces.
Remove fly-posting, dog mess, and dead animals.
Respond to customer inquiries and feedback, and resolve complaints efficiently.
Work safely, wearing the appropriate uniform and PPE.
Attend team meetings and participate in discussions.
Identify areas for improvement and implement changes to streamline the service.
Maintain accurate paperwork
What are we looking for?
Experience working in grounds maintenance or a related field.
A strong understanding of grounds keeping principles and practices.
Proficiency in operating various grounds maintenance equipment (training provided for some equipment).
A valid driving licence (transit sized vehicle or equivalent).
Excellent customer service skills and the ability to build rapport with the public.
A commitment to health and safety.
The ability to work independently and as part of a team.
A positive attitude and a willingness to learn.
If you are a hardworking and motivated individual with a passion for grounds keeping, we encourage you to apply!
Please note due to the high volume of applications, we will only contact shortlisted candidates