Grounds Maintenance Operative - Gardener

Exciting Career Opportunity at Citizen!
Are you a driven professional seeking to make an impact in Grounds Maintenance?

Position: Grounds Maintenance Operative - Gardener

Salary: £24,897 per annum

Location: Birmingham, B37 7YN

Basis: Permanent, 37 hours per week, Monday to Thursday 7:30 to 15:30 and Friday 7:30 to 15:00

You must be able to drive a manual company vehicle as part of your role.

• Take pride in delivering high-quality grass cutting across our estates and communal areas. Using a range of modern tools and equipment, you'll ensure every lawn is left looking neat, tidy and well cared for.
• You'll be responsible for the safe removal and disposal of green waste, helping us keep all sites clean, tidy and environmentally compliant.
• From hedge and bush reduction to careful shaping and trimming, you'll play a key part in keeping our landscapes healthy, attractive and well-maintained all year round.
• Use strimmers and other powered tools to give borders, edges and hard‑to‑reach spots a crisp, polished finish — ensuring every area looks its best.
• You'll carry out effective weed control using approved methods, helping keep estates presentable and supporting long‑term landscape health.
• Take ownership of shrub pruning, maintenance and seasonal planting, contributing to colourful, vibrant and welcoming outdoor spaces.
• Play an important role in maintaining safe and attractive estates through regular litter picking and general site tidying.
• Support the upkeep of paved and slabbed areas with light repairs, sweeping, weed treatment and general maintenance to ensure they remain safe and well‑presented.

• PA1 & PA6 spraying licence
• Banksman training
• Licence to drive a trailer

• Innovative Environment:
  Be part of a forward‑thinking organization that values creativity and innovation.
• Professional Growth:
  Opportunities for continuous learning and career advancement.
• Collaborative Culture:
  Work alongside a team of dedicated professionals who support and inspire each other.

• Annual Leave:
  Annual leave starts at 26 days per year plus bank holidays.
• Annual leave purchase scheme – option to buy up to an additional 5 days per year.
• Enhanced family leave (maternity, paternity and adoption).
• Organisational sick pay.
• Generous Pension Scheme – Citizen will match up to 10% (option to contribute 4%, 6% or 10%).
• Competitive Salary:
  We offer a competitive compensation package.
• Health and Wellness:
  Comprehensive health insurance and wellness programs.
• Work‑Life Balance:
  Flexible working hours and generous leave policies.
• Employee Development:
  Access to training programs and career development resources.

Manager's Quote
You’ll work as part of a team to deliver grounds maintenance using equipment such as ride‑on mowers, pedestrian mowers, hedge cutters, strimmers, and blowers. Each estate has a set plan to help ensure high standards across all areas.

Company Culture
We will be an employer of choice and invest in our people. To deliver the best services for our customers we need employees who are passionate, committed and engaged. We will create a culture where every individual feels comfortable and confident to be themselves and the wellbeing of our employees is a priority. Our team is passionate about making a positive impact and driving innovation in our Maintenance Operations.

We welcome applications from all backgrounds and can make reasonable adjustments to support you through the process.

We will be reviewing applications throughout the campaign and may invite candidates to interview at any time. We reserve the right to close this role earlier than the published closing date should a suitable candidate be identified.

This post is subject to a basic DBS check (Disclosure and Barring Service).

Closing date: 9th March 2026

Interview date: to be confirmed based on availability

• Corporate Member of WISH – The Network for Women Working in Social Housing
• Citizen Housing is a Disability Confident Employer
• Official Accredited Living Wage Employer