Grounds Maintenance Operative

2 weeks ago

Preston, Lancashire, United Kingdom James Hall & Co Full time

Grounds Maintenance Operative
Based at our state-of-the-art head office and distribution centre on the outskirts of Preston, James Hall & Co. Ltd.

have been established for over 150 years proudly serving communities across the north of England as supplier and distributor to over 500 SPAR stores.


We are proud to be one of the biggest employers in Lancashire with over 4000 colleagues who represent our core values of passion, enterprise and family every single day.


About the Role


Providing grounds maintenance services and caretaking duties across our extensive site and neighbouring fuel site to ensure it remains clean, safe and attractive for employees, customers and visitors.


Here's What You Can Expect to be Doing

  • Maintaining the safety, cleanliness and operational standards of the external areas of the Bowland View Distribution Centre and Bluebell Way Petrol Filling Station.
  • Operating grounds maintenance machinery and vehicles for the purpose of transporting supplies and materials.
  • Maintaining grounds keeping equipment (e.g. hand tools, power tools, salt spreaders, tractors etc.).
  • Operating job related tools and equipment in a safe and efficient manner.
  • Cleaning landscaped areas, car parks, roof spaces, transport yards and loading bays.
  • Performing caretaking duties e.g. cleaning, minor repairs, preventative maintenance and painting etc both internally and externally.
  • Salt spreading and snow removal to ensure car parks, pedestrian walkways and vehicle roadways are safe for vehicles and people.

A Few Things About You

  • Selfmotivated, reliable and a good team player.
  • Take responsibility for your own health and safety and that of your colleagues, visitors, customers and employees who may be affected by your activity.
  • Consistently work in accordance with the Company health and safety policies and procedures.
  • Willingness to work in an outside environment in all weathers.
  • Able to complete manual work as described above.
  • Full, clean UK driving licence.
  • Flexibility in working time, including overtime where required.
  • Able to contribute towards an 'on call' rota during winter months when salt spreading is required.

Why us?
James Hall & Co. Ltd.

have one simple vison:
to still be in business in another 50 years

To make this vision possible we need the best talent to join us on our journey. We are a family company and believe that if we look after our people, they will look after us.


Here are some of the benefits that you can take advantage of as an employee of James Hall & Co.

Ltd.

Company Doctor - We care about the health and wellbeing of our people. That is why you will have access to our company doctor with the ability to book appointments directly.

Free On-site Parking - You don't have to worry about paying for parking or getting from your car to the office as our site boasts a secure car park with over 1000 spaces.

Holidays - Everyone needs a break so as an employee of James Hall & Co. Ltd. you will receive our enhanced holiday package of 22 days holidays per year plus bank holidays (unless otherwise stated). Holiday entitlement increases with continuous service every two years

Learning & Development - We want all of our colleagues to reach their full potential. That is why you will benefit from our in-house learning and development team who will provide you access to fully funded accredited training and industry recognised qualifications.

Grocery Aid - We understand the importance of mental health. We work with the national charity Grocery Aid to provide all colleagues a 24/7 helpline service that is free, independent and confidential. Grocery Aid also offer a wide range of other fantastic services to support you when you need it.

We also offer staff discount, cycle to work scheme and our famous Christmas Hamper

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