Contract: Full Time, Fixed Term Contract until 29.9.2023

Closing date: 16th February 2023

Interview date: Interviews will be ongoing throughout advertising – apply as soon as possible!

We have an exciting opportunity for a Grounds Maintenance Operative to assist and support in the successful delivery of a customer orientated and effective grounds maintenance service.   Main responsibilities include: Routine grass cutting and general maintenance of open spaces and communal areas; Clearance of gardens in order to return them to a maintainable standard Routine garden maintenance to occupied dwellings such as grass cutting, hedge cutting, basic plant care, pruning and weeding Tree maintenance To operate and carry out basic maintenance to all grounds maintenance machinery and equipment in line with Health & Safety regulations Adaptability and flexibility responsible for working in service areas across the team as required, cleaning, waste removals. To drive and be responsible for a company vehicle when required and in accordance with health and safety and Wythenshawe Community Housing Group’s (WCHG) Fleet Policy and Drivers Handbook, including conducting weekly vehicle checks. To deal with customer enquiries/complaints promptly and effectively.  Prior experience of working in the industry is essential and all applicants must possess a full driving license.

We are one of the largest registered housing providers in Greater Manchester – uniquely positioned within Wythenshawe’s ‘Garden City’. WCHG is an inclusive employer where differences are recognised as strengths in delivering our purpose. Investment is key to enabling staff teams to feel empowered and trusted to deliver their best work.   This is a fantastic opportunity to join our journey in making a real impact to Wythenshawe’s customers and communities… but more than that, with every job role comes a competitive salary, great pension scheme, health and wellbeing support, mental health support and training and development.   Other benefits included: Life assurance Healthy living benefit of £15 per month for example towards gym fees or Leisure Learning Employee assistance programme and separate medical plan and other benefits discounts off retail and cinema tickets Eye care vouchers For Further information and to view our person specification and job description please visit our website: https://wchg.current-vacancies.com/Jobs/Advert/2996406?cid=1907&rsid=0&js=0&LinkType=1&FromSearch=False