OCU Group is looking for an experienced Grounds Maintenance Operative to to join our Team.
As a Grounds Maintenance Operative, you will be responsible for the upkeep and presentation of grounds and vegetation across our clients sites covering the South East of England. This role is essential to ensure all sites are safe, accessible, and compliant with environmental and safety standards will be responsible for the delivery of a large vegetation management programme and reactive requests.
Covering a large volume of small sites and working in a regulated environment, you will be responsible for maintaining the highest of standards in Health and Safety.
As a Ground Maintenance Operative you will be able to:
Carry out scheduled grounds maintenance tasks including grass cutting, strimming vegetation, hedge trimming, weed control, and litter picking.
Maintain vegetation around utilities infrastructure to ensure clear access and visibility. Safely use a range of powered horticultural equipment safely (mowers, strimmer’s, hedge trimmers, etc.).
Work in accordance with our safety and environmental standards, including reporting hazards or near misses. Complete site-specific risk assessments and ensure all work is carried out with appropriate PPE.
Accurately complete job records, timesheets, and maintenance logs.
Work collaboratively with team members and follow instructions from supervisors or client representatives on site.
To be successful in this role you will need :
Previous experience in grounds maintenance would be an advantage, although full training can be provided for those looking to start a career.
Full UK driving licence
Basic knowledge of Health & Safety in outdoor environments.
Enjoy working outdoors in varying weather conditions.
Willingness to travel to multiple sites across the Southeast of England
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
NPTC / Lantra / PA1 / PA6 Qualification is an advantage but not essential
Company Information:
OCU leads the way in end-to-end infrastructure engineering in the utilities, digital, and energy markets, specialising in safely and efficiently delivering complex client requirements. Our breadth of capabilities and depth of operational capacity, paired with our cutting-edge technology, ensure that we are not just part of the market; we are leading it.
Working directly with many of the country’s leading power, energy transition, water, telecoms and digital clients, we are looking for the very best talent to join our growing team.