Careers

Join a dynamic team that are working hard today to leave an indelible mark on the landscape of tomorrow.

Apply


    Grounds Maintenance Operative (Self-Employed) – Canvins Group

    Job Type:

    Self-Employed

    Posted:

    Location(s):

    Kent

    Job Description:

    Ferns Group are a family run business with over 25 years’ experience as an established Utilities and Reinstatement company, specialising in Telecoms Civils, and tailored reinstatement services.

    Our Mission is “to be the preferred choice in our field by adding value to our business partners without compromise to quality, safety or the environment.”​

    Job Description

    Canvins Group are looking for Grounds Maintenance Operatives. We are looking for skilled Grounds Maintenance Operatives to help deliver on various project works.

    Duties include:

    • Grass cutting
    • Using both ride on and pedestrian mowers
    • Using brush cutters
    • Shrub bed maintenance – including weeding, hedge pruning; using powered equipment and hand tools.
    • Litter clearance
    • Seasonal bedding planting
    • And other grounds maintenance related operations

    The ideal candidate will be a highly motivated, well-presented individual with excellent customer care skills

    Requirements

    • A full Driving licence is essential
    • Experience within a similar role is essential

    Pay:

    £16 to £17.50 per hour depending on experience

    50 hours per week.

    You will be required to work away from home from time to time. In return we offer overtime pay and an overnight allowance when working away from home.

    Job Type: Self-employed

    Pay: £16.00-£17.50 per hour

    Expected hours: 50 per week

    Benefits:

    • Free parking
    • On-site parking

    Schedule:

    • 10 hour shift
    • Day shift
    • Monday to Friday
    • Weekend availability

    Licence/Certification:

    • Driving Licence (required)

    Ferns Group are dedicated to diversity in the workplace and committed to treating all our employees and job applicants equally. We embrace equal opportunities, including working with the prison service, and are opposed to discrimination on any grounds.

    All applicants must have rights to work in the UK and be willing to undertake the relevant pre-employment screening checks should your application be successful.