Grounds Maintenance Operative (Cemetries

Job details

Salary £25,583 - £26,824 per annum

Contractual hours 37

Basis Full time

Region Midlands

Package Pay award pending

Job category/type Leisure and Wellbeing

Date posted 03/08/2026

Job reference REQ
000675

Attachments: FINAL JD for GMO 2026.docx, FINAL Person Spec GMO 2026.docx

We’re seeking an enthusiastic Grounds Maintenance Operative with horticultural experience and a commitment to high standards. Based at our depot in Carlton Forest, Worksop, you’ll work as part of a team delivering the Council’s Parks & Open Spaces Service.

Applicants must have prior experience in grounds maintenance, including the use of hand tools, power tools, and grass-cutting machinery for the upkeep of ornamental parks, open spaces, and cemeteries.

The post holder will be required from May – September to work at weekends to provide setting and monitoring of splash parks. Any days worked will be taken in the following week.

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About The Council

We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace. We actively welcome applications from all sections of the community. Our recruitment processes are fair, transparent, and designed to ensure that everyone is treated equally at every stage.

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Closing date:
Sunday 16 th August 2026

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early when we receive sufficient and suitable applications. Therefore, please ensure that you submit your CV as soon as possible so that you can be considered for this role.

Interview date:
Tuesday 25 th August 2026