Grounds Maintenance - Manual Labour
| Posting date: | 11 March 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £12.21 to £15.81 per hour |
| Additional salary information: | Pay Rates: PAYE: £12.21 per hour Umbrella/Ltd: £15.81 per hour |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 20 March 2026 |
| Location: | Worcester, Worcestershire |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Neway International Ltd |
| Job type: | Temporary |
| Job reference: | OR24931 |
Summary
Neway International are seeking Grounds Maintenance Operatives to join our client Worcester City Council.
Location: Tintern Avenue, Astwood Road, Worcester, WR3 8HA
Hours: 37 per week
Start Date: 13 April 2026
Duration: 12 Weeks
About the Client
Worcester City Council’s Bereavement & Green Spaces service maintains high‑quality public environments across multiple sites including KGV, Astwood, St John’s and Perdiswell. The team ensures that grounds, gardens and crematorium spaces remain safe, tidy, respectful and visually appealing for the public.
The Role
This is a hands‑on, outdoor role carrying out grounds maintenance across several council sites. You will support the team in maintaining lawns, gardens and landscaped areas, ensuring they remain tidy, attractive and well‑kept. The role includes travelling between sites, transporting tools and equipment, and working in public‑facing environments.
This is a temporary position to support increased seasonal demand. Candidates will be required to attend an onsite interview and complete a driver assessment before starting.
Key Responsibilities
Carry out grounds maintenance including mowing, hedge trimming, weeding, pruning and planting.
Maintain the appearance and functionality of outdoor spaces across crematorium and green space sites.
Travel between locations (KGV, Astwood, St John’s, Perdiswell) transporting tools, equipment and crew.
Ensure safe working practices and maintain high standards of presentation at all times.
Work professionally in public‑facing environments.
Support the wider team with general manual labour tasks as required.
Candidate Requirements
Full UK driving licence (maximum 6 points).
Ability to pass a driver assessment on a council vehicle.
DBS required.
Towing licence advantageous.
Experience in grounds maintenance, gardening or outdoor manual labour desirable.
Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions.
Reliable, punctual and able to work independently or as part of a team.
Working Pattern
Monday–Thursday: 07:30–15:30
Friday: 07:30–15:00
Location: Tintern Avenue, Astwood Road, Worcester, WR3 8HA
Hours: 37 per week
Start Date: 13 April 2026
Duration: 12 Weeks
About the Client
Worcester City Council’s Bereavement & Green Spaces service maintains high‑quality public environments across multiple sites including KGV, Astwood, St John’s and Perdiswell. The team ensures that grounds, gardens and crematorium spaces remain safe, tidy, respectful and visually appealing for the public.
The Role
This is a hands‑on, outdoor role carrying out grounds maintenance across several council sites. You will support the team in maintaining lawns, gardens and landscaped areas, ensuring they remain tidy, attractive and well‑kept. The role includes travelling between sites, transporting tools and equipment, and working in public‑facing environments.
This is a temporary position to support increased seasonal demand. Candidates will be required to attend an onsite interview and complete a driver assessment before starting.
Key Responsibilities
Carry out grounds maintenance including mowing, hedge trimming, weeding, pruning and planting.
Maintain the appearance and functionality of outdoor spaces across crematorium and green space sites.
Travel between locations (KGV, Astwood, St John’s, Perdiswell) transporting tools, equipment and crew.
Ensure safe working practices and maintain high standards of presentation at all times.
Work professionally in public‑facing environments.
Support the wider team with general manual labour tasks as required.
Candidate Requirements
Full UK driving licence (maximum 6 points).
Ability to pass a driver assessment on a council vehicle.
DBS required.
Towing licence advantageous.
Experience in grounds maintenance, gardening or outdoor manual labour desirable.
Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions.
Reliable, punctual and able to work independently or as part of a team.
Working Pattern
Monday–Thursday: 07:30–15:30
Friday: 07:30–15:00