Grounds Keeper​/Gardener

Up to £31,000

This is an excellent opportunity to be part of the grounds and maintenance team here at Crealy Theme Park & Resort. We require an enthusiastic and hardworking individual to take on grounds-keeping work across both the Theme Park and our Holiday Park Resort.

The ideal candidate would have previous grounds experience and knowledge of using gardening machinery. You need to have an impressive eye for detail, a going-the-extra-mile attitude, take PRIDE in your work and enjoy working as part of a bigger team.

As part of the grounds and maintenance team you will be responsible for the maintenance and upkeep of the park, assisting the department in all day-to-day aspects of landscaping, grass cutting, hedge maintenance, horticulture as well as small grounds maintenance, in order to create beautiful environments for our guests.

You need to have bags of enthusiasm and energy, be responsible for taking ownership, have a strong work ethic, good communication skills and a keen, positive, friendly nature.

• Planning organization, planting and maintaining:
  Tree planting, shrubs, perennials, summer bedding including beds, tubs and baskets
• Park presentation to meet the require standard and as expected by the Management and guests
• Soil preparation and watering
• Maintenance and cleaning of machinery and equipment used
• Correct storage and use of tools and equipment
• Training and personal development accurately recorded on Personal training plans.
• Daily cleaning and tidying of working environment including workshops and storage areas
• Basic grounds/site maintenance skills
• Carrying out all duties as per training, written policies and company standards

You must be available to work between the hours of 7am and 5pm on a 5 day week rota basis across 7 days

Due to the nature of the job a driving licence is essential.

If you have any questions or should you require any assistance at an interview event, because of a disability or medical condition, please let us know

• Pay:
  Up to £31,000 - based on experience.
• Hours:
  
  You will be expected to work 42.5 hours, five days a week, including weekends and bank holidays on a rota basis. It is important to have a flexible approach to your working week.
• Perks:
  • Friends & Family passes
  • discounted tickets
  • flexible shifts
  • great opportunities for career development.
• Requirements:
  Proof of right to work in the UK (birth certificate or passport) and contact details of a reference.
• Requirements: A full driving licence is ideal for this role as there may be an occasional need for you to drive the company vehicles on park.

At Crealy, we live by our values:

• Warm & Welcoming
• Creating Great Space
• Making Things Easy for All
• Delivering Moments of Joy

If these values inspire you and you’re ready to bring energy, passion, and smiles to our guests, we’d love to hear from you!