Grounds Maintenance Operative - Maintenance · Tower

Grounds Maintenance Operative

Location: Tower of London

Salary: Above Real living wage

Contract Type: Fixed term, maternity cover

Typical

Hours:

40 hours per week, Monday-Friday

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We’re looking for reliable and skilled Grounds Maintenance Operatives to support the delivery of high-quality grounds services across Tower of London
. If you take pride in your work, understand the importance of health and safety, and want to be part of a professional and well‑managed team, we want to hear from you!

What you’ll be responsible for:

• Carrying out routine and specialist grounds maintenance tasks including grass cutting, strimming, hedge trimming, spraying, pruning, and litter picking.
• Operating a range of equipment and machinery safely and effectively.
• Maintaining tools, vehicles, and PPE to a high standard and reporting any defects.
• Recording completed work using mobile technology (training provided).
• Working collaboratively with your team to meet quality and performance targets.

What we’re looking for:

• Previous experience in a similar grounds maintenance role
• A good understanding of health & safety procedures and safe equipment use
• Full UK driving license (preferred)
• Spraying qualifications (PA1 & PA6) and/or horticultural certification (desirable)
• A proactive, professional attitude and ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team

• Career progression: Opportunities for development, formal training, and upskilling
• Supportive team: Work alongside experienced colleagues and supportive leadership
• Well‑maintained equipment: You’ll have access to the latest well‑maintained electric tools, quieter, lighter, and easier to use.

We’re a UK‑based external maintenance company delivering award‑winning services to over 50,000 sites nationwide. With a focus on innovation, sustainability, and investing in our people, we offer a workplace where quality, safety, and professionalism come first.

If you’re ready to take the next step in your grounds career, apply now and join a team that values your skills and commitment.

At Ground Control, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to thrive. We believe that diversity drives innovation and success, and we welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.

We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, race (including colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin), religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic as defined in the Equality Act 2010.

We actively support and promote an inclusive culture, ensuring fair and equitable treatment throughout the recruitment process and across all stages of employment, including training, development, promotion, pay, and termination. We are committed to providing reasonable adjustments for disabled applicants and employees, and to creating a working environment free from discrimination, harassment, bullying, or victimisation.

We expect all colleagues to uphold our values of dignity, respect, and inclusion. We take a zero‑tolerance approach to any form of discriminatory behaviour and are committed to continuous improvement through training, inclusive policies, and accountability at all levels.