• Maintain and service gardening and general maintenance equipment, such as mowers, trimmers, and tools.
• Ensure all equipment is in good working condition and adhere to safety standards.

Health and Safety Compliance:

• Conduct routine health and safety checks and risk assessments.
• Ensure compliance with Health, Safety & Wellbeing Policies and other relevant regulations.
• Support the facilities team with minor capital works and ensure safety protocols are followed.

Additional Duties:

• Assist the cleaning team with interior housekeeping duties as required.
• Support the facilities team with preventative maintenance checks and repairs.
• Assemble and move furniture as needed.
• Conduct testing of fire alarms and emergency lighting systems.
• Maintain accurate records and reports for completed work and inspections.

ESSENTIAL SKILLS and EXPERIENCE:

• Previous experience in grounds and general maintenance roles within commercial or institutional settings.
• Practical knowledge of gardening techniques and general building maintenance.
• Ability to use and maintain a range of gardening tools and equipment safely.
• Familiarity with COSHH requirements and safe handling of chemicals.
• Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to handle manual tasks and repairs.
• Effective interpersonal skills and able to work independently and as part of a team.
• Flexible and proactive approach with a positive attitude.

KEY RESULT AREAS:

• Maintain and enhance healthy, clean and aesthetically pleasing outdoor areas and green spaces.
• Improving functionality and safety of buildings through efficient completion of building repairs and maintenance task.
• Conduct regular checks and risk assessments to maintain a safe environment.
• Regularly inspect all tools to ensure they are safe and functional for use.

OTHER INFORMATION:

• The Grounds and Maintenance Operative will also be expected to demonstrate their commitment:
• to GBS values and regulations, including equal opportunities policy.
• to GBS’s Social, Economic and Environmental responsibilities and minimise environmental impact in the performance of the role and actively contribute to the delivery of GBS’s Environmental Policy.
• to their Health and Safety responsibilities to ensure their contribution to a safe and secure working environment for staff, students, and other visitors to the campus.

What We Offer:

• 25 days annual leave, plus 8 public holidays
• 1-day extra leave per year of service, up to a maximum of 5 days
• Workplace pension scheme
• Tuition reimbursement for career development courses
• Flexible Benefits: Cycle to Work, Workplace Nursery, Techscheme and much more
• Perks@Work discounts platform, wellbeing centre and much more
• Reward and recognition programme
• £500 award employee referral scheme
• Discretionary annual performance bonus

GEDU Global Education is a dynamic and innovative group of education providers.

Across our institutions, programmes are designed to have a direct impact on the lives of our students, apprentices and trainees; to equip them with the skills, knowledge and experience necessary for success in their chosen field.