Maintenance and Grounds Operative
| Posting date: | 06 June 2025 |
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| Salary: | £27,718.80 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 06 July 2025 |
| Location: | Somerset, South West England |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | YMCA Dulverton Group |
| Job type: | Permanent |
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Summary
What we are looking for in you:
YMCA Dulverton Group are looking for a hands-on energetic and flexible Maintenance and Grounds Operative, who has skills in general maintenance and gardening, with Practical knowledge of plants and experience with using general garden machinery.
You will need to have the safety of yourself and others, as a primary consideration, to show initiative, and willingness to assist others at all times. You will work closely with the maintenance operatives and will engage with appointed specialist contractors, to gain an understanding of what works they are carrying out, in order to become rounded and aware of planned and reactive maintenance activities.
We follow a safer recruitment process, all appointments are subject to an Enhanced DBS check and are required to provide two suitable references.
What you might want to know about us:
We appreciate your interest in joining our team and exploring opportunities with YMCA Dulverton Group. At YMCA Dulverton Group, we are not just a charity; we are a dynamic and vibrant local community committed to fostering supportive, inclusive, and empowering environments. Our mission is to cultivate communities where young people can authentically belong, actively contribute, and truly thrive.
We deliver life changing services to over 10,000 children, young people and, families across Somerset and Devon every year. We focus on 6 key areas of work, including Support and Advice, Housing, Family and Youth Work, YMCA Gym, Training and Education and Our Hotels.
We regularly adapt our services to help ensure we meet the needs of our community and the strategic priorities of the local authority. We strive to provide a consistent supply of high-quality housing and effective support.
Our employees are on board with our constantly evolving organisation, and are dedicated to changing the lives of those who utilise our services. If the prospect of contributing to youth development, fostering positive community impact, and making a meaningful difference resonates with you, we would like to learn more about how your skills and passion align with our mission, aim and values.
We are committed to providing equal opportunities for all. We are striving to be a care leaver friendly employer, and because of this, if you wish to disclose that you are care experienced, we guarantee you an interview as long as you meet the minimum requirements for the role. Following this, we also offer constructive feedback on your application process.
YMCA Dulverton Group are looking for a hands-on energetic and flexible Maintenance and Grounds Operative, who has skills in general maintenance and gardening, with Practical knowledge of plants and experience with using general garden machinery.
You will need to have the safety of yourself and others, as a primary consideration, to show initiative, and willingness to assist others at all times. You will work closely with the maintenance operatives and will engage with appointed specialist contractors, to gain an understanding of what works they are carrying out, in order to become rounded and aware of planned and reactive maintenance activities.
We follow a safer recruitment process, all appointments are subject to an Enhanced DBS check and are required to provide two suitable references.
What you might want to know about us:
We appreciate your interest in joining our team and exploring opportunities with YMCA Dulverton Group. At YMCA Dulverton Group, we are not just a charity; we are a dynamic and vibrant local community committed to fostering supportive, inclusive, and empowering environments. Our mission is to cultivate communities where young people can authentically belong, actively contribute, and truly thrive.
We deliver life changing services to over 10,000 children, young people and, families across Somerset and Devon every year. We focus on 6 key areas of work, including Support and Advice, Housing, Family and Youth Work, YMCA Gym, Training and Education and Our Hotels.
We regularly adapt our services to help ensure we meet the needs of our community and the strategic priorities of the local authority. We strive to provide a consistent supply of high-quality housing and effective support.
Our employees are on board with our constantly evolving organisation, and are dedicated to changing the lives of those who utilise our services. If the prospect of contributing to youth development, fostering positive community impact, and making a meaningful difference resonates with you, we would like to learn more about how your skills and passion align with our mission, aim and values.
We are committed to providing equal opportunities for all. We are striving to be a care leaver friendly employer, and because of this, if you wish to disclose that you are care experienced, we guarantee you an interview as long as you meet the minimum requirements for the role. Following this, we also offer constructive feedback on your application process.