Apprentice Grounds Operative

Hours: Monday to Friday - 8am to 4pm (35 hours per week) - Monday day release for college attendance (Lackham College)

First Port, are on an ambitious journey to redefine excellence in UK residential property management. We are committed to elevating and resetting industry standards to be the
most trusted and professional residential property management company.

By joining us as an
Grounds Maintenance Operative Apprentice, you will play a pivotal role in achieving our vision:

• Impactful Work: You will directly support First Port’s mission to elevate industry standards and provide an exceptional service to our customers.
• Professional Growth: With access to accredited training and development programmes, you will be empowered to reach your potential.
• Supportive Environment: We foster a culture where collaboration and innovation thrive, ensuring you feel valued and supported every step of the way.
• A Future of Opportunity: Be part of a forward-thinking organisation that is shaping the future of residential property management in the UK.

At the core of everything we do are our leadership principles:

• Collaborative: We work together, combining expertise to deliver outstanding outcomes for our customers
• Consistent: We deliver dependable results, building trust with customers and colleagues.
• Simple: We simplify the complex, ensuring our financial processes are straightforward and understood.
• Clear: We communicate with clarity, making information accessible and transparent to all stakeholders.

As the
Grounds Maintenance Operative Apprentice, This is a fantastic opportunity to begin a career in horticulture and grounds maintenance while working towards a Level 2 qualification in Horticulture at Lackham College, attending classes one day per week.

You will work under the supervision of the Head Groundsman and as part of a team maintaining outdoor spaces to a high standard.

This role reports directly into the Head Groundsman.

• Strimming, mowing, and pruning of shrubs, trees and hedges.
• Seasonal maintenance tasks including planting, weeding, bed maintenance, tree maintenance.

• Work closely with the Head Groundsman and other team members to learn best practices.
• Participate actively in all training and development activities, both on-site and at college.

• A genuine interest in horticulture and grounds maintenance.
• Willingness to learn and develop practical and theoretical skills.
• Ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Commitment to attending Lackham College every Monday as part of the apprenticeship programme.
• Full UK Driving licence

• Hands-on training and mentoring from experienced professionals.
• Support to complete a nationally recognised Level 2 Apprenticeship in Horticulture.
• Opportunity to gain practical skills and experience in both soft and hard landscaping.
• Career development opportunities within the team.

We're committed to promoting diversity at First Port and recruit on merit. We will ensure we make any adjustments that we can to support both through the recruitment and on-boarding process.

Join us at First Port, where we not only manage properties but strive to lead and transform the industry. Together, we can make a difference - for our customers, our colleagues, and the future of residential property management in the UK.

Elevate your career. Reset the standard. Join First Port.

All applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK without restrictions, and documented evidence of eligibility will be required.

Location:

Wiltshire

Location:

South East London

From £30,000 per annum, car allowance and benefits

£17,485.00 per annum, plus benefits (Additional London Weighting allowance if applicable)