Ground Maintenance Operative

Grounds Maintenance Operative – Thamesmead (Housing Association) £27,510 P/Y 35 hours per week Permanent, Full-Time Overview of the role We are working with a large Housing Association who are looking to recruit a Grounds Maintenance Operative to join their Sustainable Places team in Thamesmead. This is a hands-on, outdoor role where you’ll be responsible for maintaining green spaces across housing estates, parks, and communal areas. You’ll play a key role in keeping outdoor environments safe, clean, and welcoming for residents all year round. Responsibilities Maintain shrub beds through pruning, weeding, and leaf clearance using hand tools and machinery Cut grass using hand-held and ride-on mowers Remove litter, leaves, debris, and waste from landscaped areas Carry out weed and pest control, graffiti removal, and snow clearance when required Patrol parks, mark sports pitches, and carry out safety checks on play areas Support tree maintenance teams and assist with keeping waterways clear Follow all health & safety procedures and wear appropriate PPE and uniformRequirements Previous experience in grounds maintenance or similar outdoor work NVQ Level 1 (or equivalent) in a relevant discipline Full UK manual driving licence Comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions Confident using a range of tools, machinery, and equipment Good understanding of horticultural practices Physically fit and capable of manual work Clear, polite communication skills Willingness to undergo a Basic DBS checkAdditional information Working hours: Monday – Friday, 8:00am – 3:30pm This is a physically demanding role across multiple sites James at Service Care Solutions (phone number removed) (url removed)