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Grounds Maintenance Operative (Enhanced DBS Required)

Job details
Posting date: 08 January 2026
Salary: £12.21 to £13.21 per hour
Hours: Full time
Closing date: 15 January 2026
Location: DE5 8PH, Derbyshire, DE5 8PH
Company: Daniel Owen Ltd
Job type: Permanent
Job reference: JKV03_1767870157

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Summary

Grounds Maintenance Operative (Enhanced DBS Required)
Hours Per Week: 37.00
Shift: 07:00 - 15:30, Monday to Friday
Start Date: 05/01/2026
End Date: 06/02/2026 (estimated; covering sickness from 16/10/2025)
Location: Denby Depot, Prospect Road, Ripley, Derbyshire, DE5 8PH
Candidate Pay Rate: £12.21 p/h

JOB DESCRIPTION:
We are seeking a reliable and experienced Grounds Maintenance Operative to ensure outdoor spaces such as parks, schools, public areas, and business properties are healthy, tidy, and visually appealing. This role involves a range of tasks to maintain and improve these spaces to a high standard.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lawn care, hedge trimming, and tree surgery

  • Weed control, litter removal, and planting

  • General upkeep of outdoor spaces to ensure cleanliness and visual appeal

  • Use and maintain grounds maintenance equipment safely

  • Follow health and safety procedures at all times

Requirements:

  • Previous grounds maintenance or landscaping experience preferred

  • Reliability and strong work ethic

  • Enhanced DBS check required

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