Grounds Maintenance Operative

Interested in joining our team at Shrewsbury Town Council? We are currently recruiting for the following role!

Grounds Maintenance Operative

J5 - SCP 7 - 11, Pay £26,403 - £28,142

Hours of Work – 37 per week

We are looking to recruit a skilled operative to join our Grounds Maintenance Team. The successful candidate will be required to provide a range of horticultural/grounds maintenance specialisms across a wide range of assets owned or maintained by Shrewsbury Town Council. Multi-tasking is essential, working across differing locations to meet the needs of the service.

The successful candidate will work closely within the Logistics Team in carrying out play area inspections across the Shrewsbury Town Council facilities. Attention to detail is vital, in maintaining safe and secure play areas for public use.

Experience of using machinery is desirable together with a Full UK Manual Driving Licence.

Training on the use of council equipment will be provided as will a uniform and necessary PPE.

Closing Date for applications midday Friday 23rd January 2026

Interviews will take place during w/e 6th February 2026

Benefits:

* Training opportunities

* LGPS Pension Scheme

If this sounds like you, please hit apply now!

Reference: MTC
649

Vacancy:
Grounds Maintenance Operative

Location:

Shrewsbury

Salary: J5 - SCP 7 - 11, Pay £26,403 - £28,142

Hours:

37 per week

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