Grounds Maintenance Operative
Connect2Dorset · Wareham · £13.26 per hour
Job summary
Job Title: Grounds Maitenance Operative Location: Wareham Pay Rate: £13.26 per hour Hours: 37 hours per week Contract Type: Temporary Connect2Dorset is the managed service provider for Dorset Council, delivering high-quality temporary, contract, and interim staffing solutions. We pride ourselves on being an ethical, transparent, and people-focused organisation, committed to supporting both our clients and candidates. About the Role Working alongside the Grounds Maintenance Team Leader, you will help deliver a range of scheduled grounds and landscape maintenance tasks across the Wareham area. This is a hands-on outdoor role suited to someone who enjoys physical work, takes pride in maintaining high standards, and is committed to excellent public service. Key Responsibilities Carry out a variety of grounds maintenance and landscaping duties, including grass cutting, hedge trimming, and general upkeep of public spaces Safely operate tools, machinery, vehicles, and powered equipment Follow health and safety procedures, including PPE requirements and risk assessments Represent Dorset Council professionally and respond courteously to public enquiries Work outdoors in all weather conditions and undertake physically demanding tasks Support the team with planned and reactive maintenance work as required Essential Skills & Requirements Previous experience in grounds maintenance, landscaping, or similar outdoor manual work Ability to safely use grounds maintenance tools and powered equipment Good understanding of health and safety practices Strong team-working skills and a positive, reliable attitude Good communication skills and ability to engage professionally with members of the public Flexible approach to work and willingness to undertake unplanned tasks when needed Full UK driving licence (essential) Connect2Dorset is a trading style of Dorset & Kent Commercial Services LLP - A joint venture between Dorset Council & Commercial Services Kent Ltd. Connect2Dorset is an equal opportunities Employment Agency & Business. It positively encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates.