Grounds Operative ; Internal

We have an exciting opportunity for two Grounds Operatives 2 to join our grounds maintenance teams at Eaton Park and Bowthorpe (Statics) at Norwich City Services Limited. Positions available: 1x Eaton Park and 1x Bowthorpe (Static). This is a 12-month fixed-term position. If you are an active, detail-oriented individual with a full UK driving licence and a strong commitment to public service, we would love to hear from you.

When applying, please clearly specify which location you are applying for (Eaton Park, Bowthorpe or both).

• Care for and enhance the green environments of parks, open spaces, and housing areas throughout the Norwich area.
• Carry out grass cutting, hedge trimming, shrub bed maintenance, and litter clearing.
• Conduct daily vehicle checks and operate various commercial equipment—including 4x4 trucks, ride-on mowers, and quad bikes—and safely maintain hand tools.
• Interact with the public to resolve everyday issues, provide updates to the line manager, and uphold health and safety standards in all weather conditions.

The role blends practical fieldwork with operational accountability and machinery handling.

• Full UK Driving Licence.
• Lantra qualification or equivalent in the safe use of hedge cutters, strimmers, pedestrian mowers, ride-on mowers, hand and backpack blowers.
• Advanced knowledge and understanding of grounds maintenance activities.
• Able to carry out physical work in all weather conditions.

Responsible for key operational delivery and maintenance of Norwich City's streets, parks and properties by utilising all of the services that our environmental and building repairs teams have to offer. We locally employ over 300 people with plans of continuous growth, aligned with high aspirations of excellent service delivery. Additionally, we also cater for various private businesses and residents across the city.

NCSL's mission is to deliver efficient and effective environmental and building maintenance services, always putting the customer first, protecting the quality of the environment while embracing our company values and behaviours to enhance the lives of the Norwich community.

Our aim is to create a more inclusive environment that truly balances purpose and culture; one that considers the impact of their decisions on the community and employees. We are passionate about the services we deliver and strive to have a work setting where our company values of accountability, respect and equality are at our core.

Our industry has traditionally attracted more men — and we’re changing that! We actively encourage applications from women.

• Living Wage Employer
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Supportive and inclusive environment and culture
• Employee Assistance Support and Occupational Health
• Commitment to learning and development
• 25 days annual leave, rising by a day each year until 30 days is reached, plus 8 bank holidays and a Christmas shutdown period.

This role is 37 hours per week, but to ensure flexibility and promote an inclusive workplace part-time hours or a job-share agreement will be considered.

Closing Date:
Thursday 23 July 2026 — please note this vacancy may close earlier if a high number of applications have been received.

Please note:

If you have not heard from us within 2 weeks of the closing date, your application has been unsuccessful.