Handyperson/ Grounds Person

5 months ago


Preston, United Kingdom Peacock Events Full time

Are you an energetic, self-motivated people person with attention to detail and flexibility to step into different roles. We are looking for the right person to join our team as a handy person looking to start as soon as possible.

We are a working farm with two event venues on the farm. Your role is to carry out & report back on the safety and maintenance of the site with accurate record keeping. This involves general repairs, groundskeeping, woodworking, basic plumbing, drain rodding, chopping logs, set up and de rig of temporary site & carousel, painting.

You will be physically strong and not afraid of heights - these things are a regular part of the role.

Pay is £15 per hour. - minimum 20hr week.

Please note during the season start times can be early and finish times can be late.Our season runs from May until September and flexible working is required during these times.

During the season working days will include at least one weekend day (normally Sunday)

Essential requirements:

- Knowledge of Health and Safety, Safe working at height, Hygiene and Security procedures
- Good problem solving skills
- Excellent time keeping
- You will have a minimum of 3 years maintenance experience
- You will have your own transport - our venues are remote with no access via public transport
- You are able to drive a tractor and can operate grounds machinery such as drive on mower, trimmer etc
- You can take instruction & adhere to guidance
- You take pride in your work and are able to be self driven where needed
- Good reading and writing skills
- Good communication skills

As we are a small team working on a family farm we will be asking you to do (paid) trial days to see how we all get on.

**Job Types**: Part-time, Fixed term contract

**Salary**: £14.00 per hour

Expected hours: No less than 20 per week

**Benefits**:

- Company events
- Company pension
- On-site parking

Schedule:

- Weekend availability

Licence/Certification:

- Driving Licence (required)

Ability to Commute:

- PRESTON (required)

Work Location: In person



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