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Outdoor Ground staff

Job Details

Published
Location
Ilkeston, Derbyshire
Role Type
Temporary
Salary
Up to £13.26 per hour
Facilities Management
Job Ref: JN -042026-129530_1777472872

Outdoor Groundstaff - Long-Term Temporary Roles

Ilkeston

£13.26 p/hr

We are currently recruiting Outdoor Groundstaff to support essential environmental and grounds services across local outdoor sites. These are long-term temporary opportunities offering regular hours and ongoing work for reliable and physically active individuals.

Role Overview

Working as part of a dedicated outdoor team, you will contribute to the upkeep and presentation of public spaces. Duties will vary depending on the area assigned and may include:

  • Litter picking and general site cleanliness
  • Gardening duties such as weeding, planting, pruning, and grass cutting
  • Light maintenance tasks
  • Preparing and maintaining grounds, including work within cemetery areas
  • Assisting with seasonal and weather‑dependent tasks
  • Following health & safety procedures at all times

This role involves working outdoors in all weather conditions and requires a good level of physical fitness.

Working Hours

  • Monday to Thursday: 7:30am - 4:00pm
  • Friday: 7:30am - 12:30pm
  • Weekend work: Required on a rotational basis, depending on the role

What We're Looking For

  • A strong work ethic and a reliable, punctual approach
  • Comfortable working outdoors and as part of a team
  • Ability to carry out physical tasks safely
  • Previous outdoor, grounds, gardening or maintenance experience is beneficial but not essential
  • Willingness to work weekends on a rota when required

What's On Offer

  • Long-term temporary positions with consistent hours
  • Early finishes on Fridays
  • Opportunity to gain valuable outdoor and environmental work experience
  • Support from a dedicated recruitment team

If you enjoy hands-on work, take pride in maintaining outdoor spaces, and are looking for stable, long-term temporary employment, we'd love to hear from you.

Blue Arrow is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to helping find great work opportunities for great people.

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