Grounds Maintenance Operative

Connect2Dorset
📍 dorchester, england, United-Kingdom 💼 Full-time 🕒 Posted June 08, 2026

Job Description

Job Title: Grounds Maintenance Officer
Location: Dorchester

Contract Type: Temporary (3 months)

Salary: 13.26 per hour
Hours: 37 hours per week

About the Role

Working alongside the Grounds Maintenance Team Leader, you will help deliver a range of scheduled grounds and landscape maintenance tasks across the Dorchester area. This is a hands‑on outdoor role suited to someone who enjoys physical work, takes pride in maintaining high standards, and is committed to excellent public service.

Key Responsibilities

  • Carry out a variety of grounds maintenance and landscaping duties, including grass cutting, hedge trimming, and general upkeep of public spaces
  • Safely operate tools, machinery, vehicles, and powered equipment
  • Follow health and safety procedures, including PPE requirements and risk assessments
  • Represent Dorset Council professionally and respond c...

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Job Details

  • Location dorchester, england
  • Job Type Full-time
  • Category Management & Operations
  • Posted Date June 08, 2026
  • Application Deadline July 18, 2026