Come and make a difference at Karbon as a Lead Grounds Maintenance Operative.

We are looking to appoint a suitably qualified and experienced individual for the role of Lead Grounds Maintenance Operative in the Grounds Maintenance Team. Our in-house team is committed to continual improvement of maintenance of land to specific standards across the Karbon footprint.

About the role
Working outdoors in all weathers across the Karbon footprint covering cyclical maintenance, garden clearances, grass cutting, tree maintenance, litter picking and fly tipping clearance and associated works as directed by the Grounds Maintenance Team Leader.

The role requires a good working knowledge of current health and safety, working to specification and time management and an enthusiastic resilient attitude.

You will be operating and be responsible for a variety of ride on mowers and other horticultural and arboricultural equipment as well as familiarity with operating systems on PDA, supervision and driving an allocated Karbon vehicle. With relevant experience in a similar role, you will have a knowledge of and a strong commitment to customer care as first point of contact and be responsible for ensuring works are completed in line with our service standards as the Lead Operative in a team of three and be able to work as part of a team as well as using your own initiative.

You would be first point of contact with the Team Leader and responsible for ensuring quality of completed works and that all Health and Safety guidance is followed.

A full UK driving licence is essential and towing experience would be beneficial.

About you
We are looking for an experienced Lead Operative to join and support our Grounds Maintenance team in building on an already excellent service, delivered to our customers in a way that that promotes high levels of customer focus, performance, safety, and quality, with a strong emphasis on innovation, forward thinking and continuous improvement.

Candidates should have a good working knowledge of a modern ground maintenance service and the challenges it faces with experience of improving areas.

You will need to be able to follow instructions and interpret site maps whilst also being able to think on your feet.

Experience of Ride On Mower operation would be an advantage as would experience of pesticide application and using a PDA.

This must all be combined with a strong commitment to excellent customer service and learning and development.

About our team
The successful candidate will work in our Grounds Maintenance team led by the Grounds Maintenance Manager If you require further information about the role, please contact Kyle 07799 341548 or Adam 07711 494413

Key Information
It’s important to us that everyone feels fairly rewarded for the work they do. We offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package that supports the wellbeing of our people.

Lead Grounds Maintenance Operative – Permanent role

Salary is £26,981 per annum (pending pay review)

Location: Based in Chester le Street

Regular travel will be required

37 Hours per week 0700 – 1500 Monday – Thursday. 0700 – 1430 Friday

Enjoy great benefits
We provide a generous benefits package including 26 days annual leave on commencement rising to 31 days after 3 years’ service, occupational pension, health cash plan, and birthday leave, with the option of a flexible pot towards enhanced benefits.

If this sounds like the role for you then please apply through the Karbon Homes website – https://www.karbonhomes.co.uk/careers/ or via Indeed.

Important dates

Closing date for applications

Thursday 1 May 2025

We reserve the right to close this advertisement early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications. Please apply early to ensure you are considered for the post.

Interview date

W/C 5 May 2025

We are committed to equality and diversity and are an inclusive employer. We welcome applications from people of all ages, disability/non-disability, ethnicities, genders, religions, sexualities, transgender status, and cultural backgrounds.  Any candidate with a disability who meets the essential criteria for the post will be guaranteed an interview.