Grounds Maintenance Operative

Full time | Civic Recruitment Limited | United Kingdom

Posted On 22/06/2026

City Kidderminster

Province Worcestershire

Postal Code DY10

3 months contract with a Local Authority

Job Title:
Grounds Maintenance Operative

Job Purpose

To support the delivery of high-quality grounds maintenance services across parks, green spaces, public areas, and council-owned land within the Wyre Forest District. The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining outdoor environments using a variety of specialist grounds maintenance equipment while ensuring a safe, clean, and attractive environment for residents and visitors.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain grounds maintenance machinery, including:
• Strimmers
• Ride-on mowers (preferred)
• Carry out grass cutting and vegetation management activities.
• Hedge trimming
• Weeding
• Litter picking
• Conduct daily equipment checks and report any defects or maintenance requirements.
• Work safely and in accordance with Health & Safety regulations.
• Drive council vehicles between sites as required.
• Assist with seasonal grounds maintenance tasks and environmental improvement projects.
• Ensure all work is completed to the required standards and within designated timescales.
• Work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Previous experience in a Grounds Maintenance, Landscaping, Gardening, or similar outdoor maintenance role.
• Practical experience using:
• Strimmers
• Experience working outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Ability to carry out physically demanding duties.
• Experience operating ride-on mowers.
• Experience working within local authority, commercial, or public sector grounds maintenance environments.
• Knowledge of horticultural practices and grounds care techniques.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Full UK Driving Licence.
• Good understanding of Health & Safety procedures.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Reliable, punctual, and flexible approach to work.
• PA1/PA6 spraying certificates.
• Experience towing trailers or operating other grounds maintenance machinery.

• Location: Wyre Forest District Council, Kidderminster
• Hours: Monday to Friday, 7:00am – 3:00pm (with occasional weekend cover)
• Driving Licence: Full UK Driving Licence Essential