Grounds Maintenance Operative

On-site in Newport·Full-time·Added 10 days ago (last checked 2 Oct)

Mitie

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Overview

Job details

Full-time
Per the ad.
Apply by Monday 2 November
The date the employer’s listing closes.

Requirements

Work on-site in Newport
No relocation package mentioned.

Skills

Requirements

What we're looking for

Grounds Maintenance experience
Full driving licence

Nice to have

A passion for working outdoors.
Prepared to work in an agile and flexible working
A good understanding of smartphone technology.

The role

Connecting many of the UK's urban and rural areas, we provide essential spaces for wildlife and people, helping us all feel happier and healthier.

The 250-year-old waterways in our care - the canals, embankments, culverts and reservoirs as well as the bridges, locks and towpaths - and their vital ecosystems are threatened by the growing impact of climate change and more extreme weather. They need constant upkeep and investment. Without it, they face decline and closure, and we risk losing the incredible benefits they bring.

Together, with your active support, we can keep canals alive. Join us and protect waterways for nature to thrive and everyone to enjoy. Today and in the future

What you'll do

You will be responsible for.

Maintaining the Canal network including grass cutting & hedge cutting,
Providing management with relevant information and reporting as required, including reporting any site hazards.
Operating all vehicles, machinery and equipment in accordance with Health & Safety procedures.
Undertaking training as and when required.

description

Job Title: Grounds Maintenance Operative
Hourly Rate of Pay: £13.10
Position Type: Permanent
Employment Type: Full time
Total Weekly Contractual Hours: 40 hours
Location: Newport, Wales, NP20 4FP
Requirement: Full UK Driving License

About Mitie

Mitie serves more than 3,000 customers across the public and private sectors, from banks and retailers to hospitals, schools and critical government strategic assets, and reported £5.6bn revenue in FY26 with 77,500 people.

The company takes care of its customers' people and buildings by delivering core services and deploying advanced technology, and it also publishes insights such as its Net Zero Navigator and ESG reporting, having operated at net zero for Scope 1 and 2 emissions by the end of FY25 under its Plan Zero programme.

Industry: Facilities management
Employees: 77,500
In the UK: Glasgow
Website: mitie.com

In their own words

About the company & team

Mitie Landscapes has an exciting opportunity for a Grounds Maintenance Operator to join our team at the UKs market leading FM company. Reporting to the Contracts Manager, you will be supporting them in ensuring your team deliver the exceptional every day.

You will be working in partnership with Canal & River Trust is the UK's largest canal charity, who care for a 2,000-mile network of stunning canals and navigable rivers.

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