General Maintenance Operative

Are you competent at operating garden mechanical tools that are more advanced than domestic DIY tools (think hedge cutter, strimmer, lawn mower, electric drill etc)? If you're also practical, flexible, self-motivated and willing to work outside in all weathers, here's a job that could suit you down to the ground. As General Maintenance Operative (think handyman/woman) at our Ewelme depot in South Oxfordshire , you will be responsible for general maintenance and upkeep of the depot and yard, as well as small general works at our nearby Benson head office (no electrical or major building work). We're offering a permanent contract, starting weekly pay of 576 and a host of benefits , including: Discretionary company bonuses Pension scheme (you contribute 5% of pay, Grundon matches this) with life insurance cover 30 days' annual leave (inclusive of 8 bank holidays), which will increase with service, plus the option to buy up to 5 extra days' holiday What you'll be doing as General Maintenance Operative Assisting with loading/unloading bins on to vehicles, maintaining the grounds (hedge-cutting, plant upkeep, weed control, tree maintenance etc), ensuring internal post is transferred daily between Ewelme and head office, carrying out occasional minor repair works at customers' premises, e.g. post repairs, and covering as a Waste Wheeler mate if needed. What we're looking for in our General Maintenance Operative Current driving licence and, ideally a forklift licence (we will train you up if not) and general DIY skills (hanging pictures, fixing shelves, changing light bulbs etc). Ideally, you have your own small hand tools too. Working hours: 42.5 hours per week, Mon-Fri, 6am to 3.30pm, although flexibility is required (e.g. early morning winter gritting) Ready to join us? We interview as soon as strong applications come in, so don't wait apply now to become our next General Maintenance Operative and join a super-friendly business! Click apply now we look forward to hearing from you! (Please note: No agencies) TPBN1_UKTJ

Created: 2025-07-03