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Grounds Maintenance Operative in Didcot

On-site in Didcot·Full-time·Added 10 days ago (last checked 29 Oct)

Amey

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Our summary

Work mode
On-site, Didcot
Contract
Full-time
Closing date
Apply by Wednesday 4 November
Commute
Cycle to work scheme

Skills

Amey is hiring for this role in several places. This vacancy is in Didcot.

Requirements

What we're looking for

  • A full UK driving licence.
  • Grounds maintenance experience.
  • Experience driving ride on mowers and/or tractors
  • Knowledge of Health and Safety requirements and safe working practices.
  • Strong communication and customer service skills.
  • The ability to work independently while contributing effectively as part of a team.
  • A flexible, proactive approach and confidence using mobile technology to record and manage work activities.

Nice to have

  • A recognised forklift qualification, such as NPORS, RTITB or an equivalent accreditation, with experience operating a forklift truck in a commercial environment.
  • PA1 and PA6 spraying qualifications.
  • A chainsaw licence.
  • Training or practical experience using ride-on mowers, tractors, strimmers and brush cutters.
  • Knowledge of Planned Preventative Maintenance activities.

We welcome applications from a diverse range of candidates.

If you have most but not all of these skills and experiences, we encourage you to apply. We may be able to offer development or training to support your growth.

The role

Grounds Maintenance Operative

We are excited to offer a fantastic opportunity for a Grounds Maintenance Operative at NRS Harwell, Oxfordshire.

What you'll do

  • Deliver high-quality grounds maintenance, including grass and hedge cutting, border maintenance, leaf clearance, litter picking and general upkeep.
  • Maintain safe, clean and professional external areas in accordance with the agreed work schedule.
  • Operate vehicles, grounds maintenance machinery and equipment safely, following site and Health and Safety requirements.
  • Support site logistics and material movements by operating a forklift truck when trained and authorised.
  • Carry out gritting and other seasonal duties during adverse weather conditions.
  • Respond promptly to customer requests, report site issues and help find practical solutions to queries or concerns.

How you'll work

Contract type: Permanent
Hours of work: 37 hours per week
Shift pattern: 9 day fortnight (Monday to Thursday 07.45 until 17.00 and every other Friday 07.45 until 12.15)

Security clearance

Because this role supports operations at NRS Harwell, the successful candidate must be willing to undergo Baseline Personnel Security Standard clearance, commonly known as BPSS.

Why join Amey?

At Amey, we work on long-term stable contracts so you can plan a long-term career with us. We have been awarded Platinum status by Investors in People, which underscores our commitment to supporting our people across every part of our organisation, enabling them to shine. Whether you are starting your career, returning to the workplace or can bring your professional expertise and skills, there is a place for you here.

Our benefits are designed to help you thrive at work and in your home life. You will have the flexibility to choose benefits and development opportunities that are best for you.

  • Remuneration: Enjoy a competitive annual salary with the potential for yearly reviews to ensure you are rewarded for your contributions.
  • Career growth: Develop your career through internal progression and opportunities within grounds maintenance, site operations and facilities management.
  • Training opportunities: Unlock your potential through comprehensive training, including fully funded leadership programmes tailored to your personal growth.
  • Holiday - Enjoy a generous holiday allowance plus bank holidays, and the opportunity to buy further days.
  • Pension: Benefit from a generous pension scheme with contributions from Amey.
  • Flexible benefits: Customise your benefits with options such as insurance benefits, the Cycle2Work scheme and access to discounted gym membership.
  • Exclusive discounts: Access our online portal, offering discounts from leading retailers, healthcare services and more.
  • Give back to the community: Receive two Social Impact Days each year for volunteering and fundraising.
  • Family-friendly policies: Support for new parents and employees who care for a dependant.
  • Affinity Networks: Join communities that connect, support and inspire people from diverse backgrounds across Amey.

Who we are

We advise, design, finance, deliver and enhance civic, transport and defence systems. By combining strategic intelligence, engineering, infrastructure finance and operational expertise, we create secure, resilient, compliant and high-value outcomes across the lifecycles of new and legacy assets.

To find out more, visit amey.co.uk/careers.

Application guidance and diversity and inclusion

At Amey, we constantly evolve how we work to reflect the different needs and backgrounds of our employees. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates, regardless of their race, gender, disability, religion or belief, sexual orientation or age. We believe everyone deserves an opportunity to shine.

As a Disability Confident Leader, we are proud to guarantee applicants with a disability an interview if they meet the minimum requirements for the role.

Please contact our recruitment team at peopleservices@amey.co.uk to discuss any access needs, reasonable adjustments or additional support you may require at any point during the recruitment process.

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We may close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications. Please apply as soon as possible.

Hiring process

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  1. Application

  2. Psychometric testing

    Not every role

    Used where the role requires it.

  3. Competency-based interview

    The Resourcing team briefs you beforehand.

  4. Assessment centre

    Not every role

    Used where the role requires it.

  • No fixed timeframe for the selection process.
  • Feedback is available to every candidate who attends an interview.
  • Interview travel expenses are not reimbursed.

About Amey

Industry
Infrastructure Engineering
Headquarters
Birmingham, UK

In their own words

About the company & team

Join our inclusive Amey Facilities Management and Soft Services team, supporting the NRS Harwell site.

NRS (Nuclear Restoration Services) sites are highly regulated nuclear facilities across the UK, supporting the safe decommissioning and long-term management of the nation's former nuclear power stations and associated assets. Amey provides a range of facilities management, maintenance and project delivery services that help ensure these sites remain safe, compliant and operational.

In this practical, varied role, you will help maintain safe, clean and professional external spaces for customers, site users and visitors. Alongside grounds maintenance, you may support wider site operations by operating a forklift truck when appropriately qualified, authorised and required.

Your work will make an important contribution to the safe and efficient operation of the site throughout the year, including during seasonal and adverse weather conditions.

Amey is a global, integrated infrastructure consultancy and operations partner. We design, deliver, protect and maintain critical assets and systems.

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