Grounds Maintenance Operative - Watford


Company:	GoodPeople
Salary:	£27,352 to £28,352 a year
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Watford, WD1 1AW
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	14 Sept 2026
Closing date:	21 Sept 2026

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Summary

Job Description:

About Net Zero Careers

Net Zero Careers Accelerator (NZCA) is dedicated to advancing careers that make a tangible impact on environmental sustainability and the green economy. Our mission is to connect talent with meaningful roles that support a low-carbon future.

We are currently seeking a

hardworking and reliable Grounds Maintenance Operative to join a growing team delivering high-quality communal garden maintenance services to Housing Association clients across

Watford and the surrounding areas.

This is a hands-on, outdoor role requiring applicants to be physically fit and capable of working in all weather conditions. If you enjoy working outdoors and take pride in maintaining green spaces, we'd love to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities

Carry out communal grounds maintenance to a high standard across multiple sites

Operate grass cutting machinery, strimmers and hedge cutters safely and effectively

Carry out grass cutting, hedge trimming, pruning and general garden maintenance

Maintain flower beds, shrubs and planted areas

Apply weed control treatments (spraying experience preferred)

Complete litter picking and keep communal areas clean and presentable

Follow Health & Safety procedures and use PPE correctly

Work efficiently as part of a team to complete scheduled work

Requirements

Previous grounds maintenance or garden maintenance experience preferred

Experience with grass cutting, strimming, hedge cutting, pruning and general landscaping

Spraying experience is desirable

Full UK

manual driving licence with

no previous motoring convictions or disqualifications

Must be

over 21 years of age (fleet insurance requirement)

Physically fit and comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions

Reliable, punctual and able to work well within a team

Eligible to live and work in the UK

Working Hours & Pay

Full-time, permanent position

Monday to Friday

40 hours per week (8-hour shifts)

Optional Saturday overtime available

Salary from £27,352 per annum, depending on experience

Benefits

28 days paid holiday

Company pension

Company vehicle provided during working hours

Free parking

Referral programme

Full PPE, uniform and equipment provided

Fuel and parking expenses covered

Opportunity to join a friendly and growing organisation

Experience

Grounds or garden maintenance: 1 year (preferred)

Licence/Certification

Full UK Manual Driving Licence (required)

Right to Work

You must have the right to work in the UK

Job Type: Full-time

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