Grounds maintenance Operative
| Posting date: | 27 January 2026 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 26 February 2026 |
| Location: | SN13 9ET |
| Company: | Mitie |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 89229 |
Summary
Grounds Maintenance OperativeLocation: MoD Corsham, WiltshireContract: Permanent, Full Time (37 hours per week)
Join Mitie at the prestigious MOD Corsham site and help create an exceptional environment where people and wildlife can thrive. We're looking for a motivated Grounds Maintenance Operative to join our dedicated team—someone who takes pride in delivering high-quality work, cares about safety, and enjoys working outdoors in all seasons.
Why This Role?
-Supportive team environment on a secure, well-maintained site
-Clear progression pathway with annual performance-based pay increases
-Flexible working available (core hours 7:30-3:30, Monday to Friday)
-Opportunities to gain fully funded training and professional qualifications
Primary Responsibilities
-Grass cutting, strimming, leaf blowing and collection
-General gardening: weeding, watering, mulching
-Winter road maintenance: gritting and snow clearance
-Sports pitch marking and maintenance
-Hedge cutting and tree-related work
-Routine maintenance of grounds equipment (mowers, strimmers, vehicles, gritters, etc.)
-Hard landscaping and reactive grounds tasks
-Participation in the winter on‑call rota
Essential Requirements
-Proof of right to work in the UK
-Full UK driving licence
-Willingness to work outdoors year-round
-A responsible, safety-conscious mindset
-Ability to work with minimal supervision
-Mechanical knowledge of grounds equipment
-Horticultural knowledge, including plant identification
-Minimum 3 years' experience in grounds maintenance or a similar role
-Relevant horticulture qualification (NVQ or RHS)
-Chainsaw maintenance and operator certificates
-Experience in turf maintenance
Desirable:
-Pesticide qualifications: PA1, PA6 (PA2 an advantage)
-Basic IT and administrative skills
Security Clearance:MOD security clearance is required and will be funded by Mitie. Spent convictions are not automatically a barrier to clearance.
Benefits
-Fully funded training and professional development
-Flexible working options
-Paid overtime and on‑call opportunities
-Pension and investment schemes
-Life insurance
-Subsidised onsite restaurant and coffee outlets
-Free onsite parking
-Free onsite gym membership
-Free workwear and PPE
-MiDeals discounts across 850+ retailers
-Virtual GP access and financial wellbeing support
-Customisable benefits via the Choices platform
-Recognition through the Mitie Stars awards programme
Join Mitie at the prestigious MOD Corsham site and help create an exceptional environment where people and wildlife can thrive. We're looking for a motivated Grounds Maintenance Operative to join our dedicated team—someone who takes pride in delivering high-quality work, cares about safety, and enjoys working outdoors in all seasons.
Why This Role?
-Supportive team environment on a secure, well-maintained site
-Clear progression pathway with annual performance-based pay increases
-Flexible working available (core hours 7:30-3:30, Monday to Friday)
-Opportunities to gain fully funded training and professional qualifications
Primary Responsibilities
-Grass cutting, strimming, leaf blowing and collection
-General gardening: weeding, watering, mulching
-Winter road maintenance: gritting and snow clearance
-Sports pitch marking and maintenance
-Hedge cutting and tree-related work
-Routine maintenance of grounds equipment (mowers, strimmers, vehicles, gritters, etc.)
-Hard landscaping and reactive grounds tasks
-Participation in the winter on‑call rota
Essential Requirements
-Proof of right to work in the UK
-Full UK driving licence
-Willingness to work outdoors year-round
-A responsible, safety-conscious mindset
-Ability to work with minimal supervision
-Mechanical knowledge of grounds equipment
-Horticultural knowledge, including plant identification
-Minimum 3 years' experience in grounds maintenance or a similar role
-Relevant horticulture qualification (NVQ or RHS)
-Chainsaw maintenance and operator certificates
-Experience in turf maintenance
Desirable:
-Pesticide qualifications: PA1, PA6 (PA2 an advantage)
-Basic IT and administrative skills
Security Clearance:MOD security clearance is required and will be funded by Mitie. Spent convictions are not automatically a barrier to clearance.
Benefits
-Fully funded training and professional development
-Flexible working options
-Paid overtime and on‑call opportunities
-Pension and investment schemes
-Life insurance
-Subsidised onsite restaurant and coffee outlets
-Free onsite parking
-Free onsite gym membership
-Free workwear and PPE
-MiDeals discounts across 850+ retailers
-Virtual GP access and financial wellbeing support
-Customisable benefits via the Choices platform
-Recognition through the Mitie Stars awards programme