Casual Grounds Maintenance Operative

Working from Coalville Park you will join the Grounds Maintenance Team working across North West Leicestershire. Tasks will include grass cutting, hedge cutting, strimming, seasonal bedding, landscaping and other associated tasks.

The work within the team will be varied, so flexibility and a willingness to undertake tasks on a number of sites is needed. You will need to be able to work well within a team, be reliable and flexible within the hours worked and have good communication skills in dealing with customers. Successful candidates must hold a full UK driving licence, have experience in Grounds Maintenance, be able to safely use powered pedestrian mowing equipment and powered hand tools, and be able to carry out works to a high standard.

· As and when required to cover holidays, sickness and unexpected demands, and may include Saturday work.

· Pay to start at £13.53 per hour

· 28 days holiday (including bank holidays) pro rata to hours worked

· Attractive Local Government Pension Scheme with at least 22% employer's contribution

· Employee benefits programme' including payback on medical, dental and optical expenses

· Continued training and development opportunities

Interested...? Take a look at the job pack online or please feel free to get in touch with Paul Ashmore at [email protected] or 05130 454652, who will be happy to discuss this important and exciting role.

You can apply for any of our posts online at https://www.nwleics.gov.uk/pages/jobs_and_careers

Applications must be made using the on-line application process.

Disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the job will be guaranteed an interview.

We welcome applications from all sections of the community.

This is an exciting time of change at NWLDC as we progress devolution and local government reorganisation (LGR). To learn more about what this means, visit: Devolution - North West Leicestershire District Council and email [email protected] if you have any questions.

Closing Date: 28 June 2026

Early applications are encouraged, as we reserve the right to close this vacancy prior to the advertised closing date.