Grounds Maintenance Operative (x2)
📍 Ilkeston
🕒 Full-Time | Early Finish Fridays

Thorn Baker are recruiting for 2 Grounds Maintenance Operatives to join a local council’s Green Spaces team based in Ilkeston.

This is a great opportunity for experienced operatives who are confident working across a variety of outdoor environments, helping maintain high standards across public spaces.

Hours:

• Monday to Thursday: 07:30 – 16:00
• Friday: 07:30 – 12:30

Pay:

• Weeks 0–12: £12.71 per hour
• Weeks 13–52: £13.26 per hour
• Weeks 52+: £13.47 per hour

Duties include:

• Grass cutting across highways, open spaces, and cemeteries
• Operating pedestrian and ride-on mowers (rotary and cylinder)
• Using strimmers, hedge cutters, and other grounds maintenance equipment
• General upkeep of public green spaces
• Working safely and efficiently as part of a team

What we’re looking for:

• Experience in grounds maintenance or similar outdoor roles
• PA1/PA6 certification (preferred)
• Competence using mowers, strimmers, and hedge cutters
• Chainsaw certification (desirable)
• Physically fit and comfortable working outdoors in all conditions
• Reliable, safety-conscious, and a good team player

What you’ll get:

• Ongoing, full-time work
• Early finish every Friday
• Opportunity for long-term placement

Apply now with your CV or contact Dan at Thorn Baker on 07557 954236 for more information.

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