Groundworker

Job summary

Our Repairs and Maintenance teams play an important role in delivering our vision of providing great homes and great service. They offer vital support, ensuring that our homes are safe, warm, and dry, and where everything works; Places where our residents are proud to live. About the role We have an opportunity for a Groundworker to join our repairs team in Exeter, Torbay and the surrounding areas on a full-time, permanent basis, working 39 hours per week, Monday to Friday. As a Groundworker, you’ll play a key role in delivering a customer-focused service, you will be responsible for high-quality flagging, fencing, drainage, and general grounds maintenance To be successful, you’ll need to live in or near Exeter or Torbay/Teignbridge to reach customer locations promptly. A full UK driving licence is required, and a basic DBS check, paid for by The Guinness Partnership, will be necessary. What we are looking for We are a customer-focused organisation, so we know that how we do things is just as important as what we do. You will not only be an experienced Groundworker, but you will also have great customer service skills. You will also be able to demonstrate: Being able to deal with the removal of debris and carry out minor brickwork. Provide accurate working information on operational activities, electronically or otherwise, in accordance with legislative and company requirements and procedures. That all plant and equipment are fully functional, appropriately maintained and certificated with defects reported and waste materials disposed of correctly. Support the protection and safety of our customers by ensuring safeguarding procedures are followed and safeguarding concerns are appropriately identified, monitored, and reported. The ability to carry out physical tasks in accordance with Health and Safety guidelines. A full current driving licence is needed so you can drive one of our vans when necessary. Essential qualifications: NVQ Level 2 (City & Guilds) Groundwork and General Construction Qualification or equivalent recognised competency in the required trade. What We Offer We reward hard work and commitment with an excellent benefits package: £33,104 per annum 27 days holiday + bank holidays, with options to buy extra days and increases with service Company vehicle and fuel card for business use Healthcare Cashback Plan Pension contributions up to 9% matched 3x Life Assurance Employee Assistance Programme offering counselling, stress support, and advice on tax, fitness, and childcare Access to a discount scheme for shopping, fashion, electronics, travel, and leisure If you are interested in joining us and would like to apply for this role, please review the role profile to view all of the key responsibilities and to ensure you meet the essential criteria. For candidates who are shortlisted, interviews will take place via video call on MS Teams on Tuesday 7th April 2026. REEDTGP