Grounds Maintenance Worker
| Company: | Thorn Baker Recruitment |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £12.71 to £14.13 an hour |
| Hours: | Full-time |
| Location: | DE7 |
| Working pattern: | On-site |
| Job type: | Temporary |
| Posting date: | 15 Sept 2026 |
| Closing date: | 15 Oct 2026 |
Summary
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
- Weeks 0–12: £12.71 per hour
- Weeks 13–52: £13.90 per hour
- 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
- 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
- Ongoing, full-time work
- Early finish every Friday
- Opportunity for long-term placement
Pay:
Weeks 52+: £14.13 per hour
Duties include:
What we’re looking for:
What you’ll get:
Apply now with your CV or contact Dan at Thorn Baker on 07557 954236 for more information.
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