Grounds Operative

3 Month Contract With A Local Authority Job Purpose To provide a high-quality grounds maintenance service across public parks, schools, playing fields, landscaped areas, and other open spaces. The role is responsible for maintaining outdoor environments to a high standard while ensuring safe working practices and the effective use of allocated resources. Key Responsibilities Carry out grounds maintenance duties including grass cutting, hedge trimming, and upkeep of sports pitches and landscaped areas. Prepare, mark out, and maintain natural, synthetic, and artificial sports surfaces. Undertake site preparation, construction, and basic landscaping activities using relevant tools and equipment. Clean and maintain public facilities, including parks, playgrounds, changing rooms, toilets, and open spaces. Apply pesticides safely and in accordance with manufacturer guidelines and current legislation where required. Operate handheld tools, powered machinery, tractors, and tractor-mounted equi...