Grounds Maintenance Specialist

2 days ago


Birmingham, Birmingham, United Kingdom Centrick Full time

Our Groundskeeper Role

We are seeking an experienced Groundskeeper to join our team at Virtu Property, a leading provider of cleaning and maintenance services. As a Groundskeeper, you will be responsible for ensuring the upkeep of our properties and sites throughout Birmingham, carrying out a range of maintenance tasks and adhering to a daily schedule.

Key Responsibilities

  • Visit properties and sites to ensure they remain well kept and looking their best
  • Complete maintenance tasks, following a daily schedule and adhering to high standards
  • Ensure the overall upkeep of the site and undertakes regular assessments of any issues that may have arisen
  • Report issues where necessary and make sure our properties are presented to a high standard
  • Ensure the grounds and buildings remain tidy, undertaking landscaping and litter picking activities

Requirements

  • Experience as a Groundskeeper with a track record of working in a similar role
  • PA1 and PA6 certificates of competence, as this role involves the use and handling of herbicides
  • Able to communicate politely with customers, team members, and contractors fluently in English
  • A full, valid driving licence, with the use of a company van and fuel card

Benefits

  • Salary of £23,000 per annum
  • £50 monthly performance bonus
  • 25 days' annual leave, rising with service
  • Use of company van and fuel card
  • Company uniform provided
  • Perkbox employee benefits platform
  • Employee Assistance Programme
  • Company Pension Scheme, contributions rising with service
  • Workplace Nursery Benefit
  • Long Service Awards
  • 1 paid CSR day each year

About Us

Virtu Property operates within the Centrick Group and is an outstanding provider of cleaning and maintenance services to residential and commercial properties. We've been around since 2005 and have the experience and skills to make a difference combined with the enthusiasm to keep driving our company forward.

Why Apply?

This is an excellent opportunity for a groundskeeping professional with PA1 and PA6 certificates to join our award-winning organisation. With strong opportunities for training, professional development, and career progression, you can shape your own career path however you wish and we'll do everything we can to help.

Other Organisations May Call This Role

Gardener, Grounds Maintenance Operative, Grounds Maintenance Officer, Grounds Maintenance Co-ordinator, Grounds Operative, Grounds Person, Horticultural Technician, Horticulture Operative, or Horticulturalist.



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