University of Bristol
Grounds Technician
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The role
Come and work within our dynamic Grounds team at Bristol University where you will provide a comprehensive and flexible grounds maintenance service across our diverse campus. Help to make our outdoor spaces visually appealing and safe for our staff and students to enjoy.
Enjoy the benefits of a 35-hour working week, a positive working culture with like-minded colleagues, and a generous holiday allowance (that includes 7 University closure days on top of bank holidays).
This is a hands-on practical grounds maintenance role working as part of a larger grounds team.
What will you be doing?
Working primarily within the City/Clifton Campus area of the University, this role provides a comprehensive grounds maintenance service across all of our outdoor spaces.
Tasks will include:
- Grass cutting
- Litter removal and bin emptying
- Street cleaning operations
- Removal of graffiti and fly posters
- Regular seasonal tasks like leaf clearance and gritting
- Occasional horticultural duties
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A shared departmental vehicle is available for satellite sites and larger jobs as required.
You should apply if
We are looking for a motivated individual with a good eye for detail and willing to work both within the team but also independently and using their own initiative.
You should have a background in a similar working environment and a general understanding of the tools, issues, and key tasks a role like this entails.
You must have:
- A full driving license
- A good understanding of Health & Safety
- A willingness to learn and develop your skills
- Relevant certificates such as PA1/6 and other Lantra or NPTC qualifications would be beneficial
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Good communication and interpersonal skills are a must as you’ll be working within a team but also be a visible presence for our department across the campus on a daily basis.
Additional information
- Contract type: Open ended
- Work pattern: Full time (35 hours)
- Grade: D
- Salary: £24,685 - £26,093 per annum
- School/Unit: Campus Division - External Estates
- Closing date: 23:59 UK time on Sunday 13th September
For informal queries, please contact:
- James Fiddock (Gardens and Grounds Manager)
- Phone: 07990 540279
- Email: james.fiddock@bristol.ac.uk
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Available documents
- Job Description - Grounds Technician.pdf
- Further Particulars - Campus Division.pdf
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