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

We are looking to appoint 3 suitably qualified and experienced individuals for the role of Grounds Maintenance Operative. Working outdoors in all weathers using a broad range of horticultural and arboricultural equipment across Karbon to keep our customers’ neighbourhoods well maintained.

About the role

You will operate and be responsible for a variety of ride on and other horticultural equipment and drive an allocated Karbon vehicle.  With relevant experience in a similar role, you will have a strong commitment to and knowledge of health and safety, quality service delivery and a high level of customer care and be able to work as part of a team as well as using your own initiative. Ride on Mower experience and accreditation in particular would be advantageous.

Our Grounds Maintenance Operatives are responsible for the upkeep of Karbon sites and external contracts across the entire Karbon footprint. We work in any and all weathers using a variety of horticultural and arboricultural plant and equipment to provide a service incorporating cyclical maintenance, garden clearances, grass cutting, fly tipping and waste removal and associated works as directed by the Lead Grounds Maintenance Operative.

We are looking for an experienced Operative to join and support our Grounds Maintenance team in providing 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.

A full UK Driving licence is essential.

About you

We're looking for a candidate with a strong drive and initiative, who is committed to continuous improvement, and has a resilient outlook.

Candidates should have a good working knowledge of a modern ground maintenance service and the challenges it faces with experience of improving and maintaining 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 teamwork and delivering excellent customer service and continued learning and development.

About our team

The successful candidates will work in our Grounds Maintenance team led by the Grounds Maintenance Team Leaders If you require further information about the role, please contact Adam Birks 07711 494413 or Kyle Balfour 07799 341548

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.

• Grounds Maintenance Operative – x3 Permanent Roles


• Salary is £25,068.02 per annum


• Location: Chester le Street/ Newburn (Newcastle) Greengates (Stanley)


• 37 Hours per week


• Monday – Thursday 07:00 – 15:00


• Friday – 07:00 – 14:30

We recognise the contribution people with criminal records can make as colleagues and we welcome all applications. A criminal record will not exclude a candidate from being appointed because of offences that are irrelevant to, and do not place them at, or make them a risk in the role they’re applying for.

The role you're applying for is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (ROA). The successful candidate(s) will be asked to submit a basic disclosure and barring check application during pre-employment checks.

Enjoy great benefits

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

We also provide our colleagues with the opportunity to apply for qualification funding on a range of courses, conferences, and other learning events.

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

Important dates

Closing date for applications

Thursday 7 August

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

TBC

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.