Full job descriptionWe are looking for a reliable and hardworking Environmental Maintenance Operative to join our teams based at our Melton and Mountsorrel Depots. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys working outdoors, is physically fit, and would like to develop practical skills across a range of environmental and highway maintenance activities.
The successful candidate will undertake a variety of environmental maintenance works throughout the year, gaining experience in technical working practices, safe operating procedures, and the use of specialist equipment and power tools.
Key Responsibilities
Summer Duties
*Grass cutting in urban areas, following planned routes and schedules
*Hedge trimming and vegetation management
*General grounds maintenance activities
*Maintaining public areas to a high standard
Winter Duties
*Edging back highway verges
*Cutting back overhanging foliage and hand hedge trimming
*Sign washing and cleaning
*General highway maintenance duties
*Supporting seasonal environmental improvement projects
What We’re Looking For
*A positive attitude and strong work ethic
*Ability to work effectively as part of a team
*Willingness to work outdoors in all weather conditions
*Good awareness of health and safety practices
*Ability to use or learn to operate maintenance equipment and power tools safely
*Physically fit and capable of undertaking manual tasks
What We Offer
*Full training and development opportunities
*Practical experience across a range of environmental disciplines
*Supportive and experienced team environment
*Regular daytime working hours
*Opportunity to develop valuable industry skills and experience
Apply Now
If you enjoy working outdoors, take pride in maintaining public spaces, and are looking to build a career in environmental and highway maintenance, we’d love to hear from you.