Grounds Maintenance Operative

Better places, thriving communities.

At Mitie we bring out the best in places. Unlocking their potential so that everyone looks forward to using them and can do their best work in them. From offices and shopping centres to hospitals and airports, we create better places for the communities we serve to thrive.

We're looking for a Grounds Maintenance Operative who will deliver excellent service standards, while meeting SLA agreements and maintaining outdoor spaces to the highest quality.

Hourly Rate of Pay: £14.85

Contract Type:
Permanent

Type of Employment:
Full Time

Total Weekly Contractual

Hours:

40

Location:

Regional Recruitment
- London
- East London Area, England E1 0AU

Requirement:
Full UK Driving License

• Carry out grass and hedge cutting, border maintenance, leaf clearing, spraying, and litter picking
• Operate hand tools and powered horticultural machinery safely and effectively
• Deliver winter services including gritting, snow clearance, and Christmas tree installation
• Report site hazards and relevant information to management
  
  Follow health and safety procedures and undertake additional training as required

• Passion for working outdoors in agile and flexible environments
• Good understanding of smartphone technology
• Grounds maintenance experience is desirable but not essential
• PAI & PA6 spraying license is a plus
• Full UK driving license preferred for roles involving company vehicles

• Virtual GP access and video or phone consultation for you and your household
• Salary Finance scheme allowing access to 50% of earned pay before payday with a small fee, plus competitive loans
• Choice of dental insurance, dining cards, coffee clubs, technology products, and more through our flexible benefits platform, Choices
• High street discounts from thousands of retailers, gyms, and more via the MiDeals platform
• Cycle-to-work scheme
• Life cover equal to the greater of your equivalent annual salary or a minimum of £10,000
• Save-as-you‑earn scheme, and Mitie Matching Share Plan (free shares may be awarded)
• Mitie Stars recognition with monthly cash prizes and a chance to win £10,000 at year‑end prizes

We are committed to ensuring our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible to all. If you have a disability or long-term condition and need reasonable adjustments, please let us know.

Since 1987, Mitie’s 84,000 employees have been maintaining companies globally. We are the UK’s leading facilities management and professional services company, serving household names in banking, critical government sites, hospitals, and schools.

Join our Mitie Team. Together our diversity makes us stronger.

If you are ready to apply, please apply online now.