Grounds Maintenance Operative

Working from Coalville Park you will join the team and become an Operative of the Grounds Maintenance Team working across North West Leicestershire district. 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. 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.

•            37 hrs per week with an annual salary of £26,112 to £26,526

•            34 days holiday (including bank holidays) increasing to 38 days after 5 years (full time equivalent)

•            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 or Steve Truman at [email protected] or [email protected] or 01530 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: 12/03/2026