Ground Maintenance/Landscaping Operative

About The Company

OCS UK & Ireland is a leading facilities management company with 50,000+ colleagues and a turnover in excess of £2bn. We deliver innovative, award-winning services within facilities management, hard services, cleaning, security and catering.

Our mission is to make people and places the best they can be for our colleagues, customers and the communities we serve. Our commitment to doing business the right way is rooted in our TRUE values - Trust, Respect, Unity, and Empowerment.

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About The Role

Shift Pattern

Monday to Friday

We are looking for an experienced and motivated Landscaping Co-Ordinator to lead our grounds maintenance and landscaping team. This is a hands-on role combining site supervision with practical landscaping work, ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time, and to a high standard.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare plans and specifications with cost estimates for current and development work; arrange existing and proposed workload
• Liaise with client and other departments regarding workload and any synergies which could affect efficiencies
• Maintenance and upkeep of shrub beds, trees, tubs, hanging baskets and upkeep of mowed area’s
• Winter Duties
• Inspect work to ensure compliance and approve quality of work in line with pre-determined KPI’s
• Manage own time and the time of the team
• Head up our site Bio - Diversity
• Supervise and motivate landscaping operatives on site
• Plan daily tasks and allocate resources effectively
• Ensure work meets quality, safety, and environmental standards
• Carry out practical landscaping and grounds maintenance duties
• Operate and oversee use of machinery and equipment
• Complete basic site paperwork and reports

To be considered for this role, you must hit the below criteria

• Proven experience in landscaping or grounds maintenance (essential)
• Good knowledge of horticulture, hard and soft landscaping
• PA1/PA6, first aid, or machinery tickets (an advantage)
• Full UK driving licence (essential)

OCS UK & Ireland is a leading facilities management company with 50,000+ colleagues and a turnover in excess of £2bn. We deliver innovative, award-winning services within facilities management, hard services, cleaning, security and catering.

Our mission is to make people and places the best they can be for our colleagues, customers and the communities we serve. Our commitment to doing business the right way is rooted in our TRUE values - Trust, Respect, Unity, and Empowerment.

How to Apply

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We are an equal opportunities employer and rely on a diverse workforce with a broad range of knowledge, skills, and backgrounds to deliver our goals. We offer an inclusive and welcoming environment and actively encourage applications from all individuals regardless of race, gender, nationality, religion, sexual orientation, disability, or age.