Experienced Grounds Maintenance Operative

CV-LibraryChichester, West SussexpermanentPosted: 2 May 2026
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Senior Grounds Maintenance Operative

Full-time / Part-time hours available
£26,500 – £28,500 + bonus
Salary based on experience, reliability and ability

Why Join Us?

* Well-organised rounds (no chaos / no chasing missed work)

* Modern, well-maintained kit

* Consistent contracts across established sites

* Clear path to Team Leader for high performers

Join One of West Sussex’s Leading Grounds Maintenance Teams

We’re looking for a reliable, experienced Grounds Maintenance Operative to join our growing team and help maintain high standards across our sites.

We maintain a number of large residential developments across West Sussex and deliver consistently high standards across all sites.

This is a hands-on role for someone who takes pride in their work and can work to a high standard with minimal supervision.

Key Responsibilities

* Grass cutting (ride-on and pedestrian mowers)

* Strimming and edging

* Hedge cutting and pruning

* Weed control and general site presentation

* Seasonal work and occasional landscaping support

* Basic maintenance of tools and equipment

You’ll be working across residential developments and managed estates, maintaining a consistently high standard on every site.

What We’re Looking For

✔ Full UK driving licence (essential)
✔ At least 1 year grounds maintenance experience preferred
✔ Confident using mowers, strimmers and hedge cutters
✔ Reliable and able to work as part of a team

We’re looking for someone who:

* Takes pride in their work

* Works to a high standard and doesn’t cut corners

* Turns up on time and pulls their weight

This role suits someone who enjoys hands-on outdoor work and takes pride in maintaining high standards in all weather conditions.

What We Offer

✔ Salary based on experience and ability
✔ Higher salaries available for candidates who demonstrate strong performance and reliability
✔ Yearly bonus
✔ Company pension
✔ Full-time, stable work
✔ Well-maintained professional equipment, including ride-on mowers and commercial tools
✔ Supportive team environment
✔ Opportunity to progress into a Team Leader role for reliable, high-performing candidates

Working Hours

Monday to Friday
7:30am – 4:30pm (4:00pm finish in winter)

Based out of our yard in Chichester, working across local sites.

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If you take pride in your work and want to be part of a team that values high standards, we’d like to hear from you

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