Grounds Maintenance Operative Opus People Solutions are looking for an experienced driver for the Grounds Maintenance Operative role available within Walsall Council. You will be required to start your day at the Depot in Brownhills starting at 6.15am, then work out in the community. Salary: 13.69 per hour (temporary role) Hours: 37 hours over 4 days, starting at 6:30 am, arrival time is 6.15am. You will receive your shifts for the week on Friday's. Location: Brownhills, Clean & Green Environmental Depot, WS8 7EN. Duration: End of September and then potential to be booked in when required or work on Waste Collection Operative role. Valid UK Driving Licence is required for this role, applicants with more than 3 points on their licence cannot be considered. Responsibilities (not limited to): Grounds maintenance, horticulture and parks services Vegetation control (PA1/PA6) - herbicide treatment - If qualified Graffiti removal Floral displays and planters Sports facility and fine turf maintenance Play area inspections, reporting, and maintenance Litter picking, manual sweeping, hoeing, removal of silt & detritus, weeds Driving vehicles/plant up to 3.5 tonnes (category Maximum BE) Operating mechanical hoist/tail lift equipment/use of hand held equipment (e.g., strimmers, hedge cutters) Assisting drivers in accordance with route risk assessments and safe vehicle operations Willing to work outdoors in all weather conditions. Qualifications Required: Full driving licence - CATEGORY Maximum BE/Minimum B No more than 3 points on your licence. 6 months to 1 year minimum driving experience required Additional Information: The post is covered by the Government's Code of Practice on the English Language Fluency Duty for public sector workers. The ability to communicate verbally with customers in accurate spoken English is essential. Apply now! Send your CV to Niamh on
21/04/2026
Seasonal
Grounds Maintenance Operative Opus People Solutions are looking for an experienced driver for the Grounds Maintenance Operative role available within Walsall Council. You will be required to start your day at the Depot in Brownhills starting at 6.15am, then work out in the community. Salary: 13.69 per hour (temporary role) Hours: 37 hours over 4 days, starting at 6:30 am, arrival time is 6.15am. You will receive your shifts for the week on Friday's. Location: Brownhills, Clean & Green Environmental Depot, WS8 7EN. Duration: End of September and then potential to be booked in when required or work on Waste Collection Operative role. Valid UK Driving Licence is required for this role, applicants with more than 3 points on their licence cannot be considered. Responsibilities (not limited to): Grounds maintenance, horticulture and parks services Vegetation control (PA1/PA6) - herbicide treatment - If qualified Graffiti removal Floral displays and planters Sports facility and fine turf maintenance Play area inspections, reporting, and maintenance Litter picking, manual sweeping, hoeing, removal of silt & detritus, weeds Driving vehicles/plant up to 3.5 tonnes (category Maximum BE) Operating mechanical hoist/tail lift equipment/use of hand held equipment (e.g., strimmers, hedge cutters) Assisting drivers in accordance with route risk assessments and safe vehicle operations Willing to work outdoors in all weather conditions. Qualifications Required: Full driving licence - CATEGORY Maximum BE/Minimum B No more than 3 points on your licence. 6 months to 1 year minimum driving experience required Additional Information: The post is covered by the Government's Code of Practice on the English Language Fluency Duty for public sector workers. The ability to communicate verbally with customers in accurate spoken English is essential. Apply now! Send your CV to Niamh on
Opus People Solutions Ltd
Desborough, Northamptonshire
Multiskilled Trade Operative Rate of Pay: 22 per hour Umbrella Recruiter: Opus People Solutions, on behalf of our client North Northamptonshire Council. Location: Kettering and Corby Depots. Hours: 37 hours per week, Monday - Friday, 8:30 AM - 5 PM Contract: Initially 3-month with potential to extend as the work is ongoing, temporary basis. All applicants must hold a full UK driving licence with access to your own vehicle as you will be required to work with availability to work across Kettering and Corby Depots. About the Role We are seeking an experience, skilled and versatile Multiskilled Trade Operative to join the Planned Maintenance Team with North Northamptonshire Council . The role is crucial to ensuring the maintenance and upkeep of temporary accommodation, helping to prepare and sustain housing units for occupancy. Key Responsibilities Perform basic maintenance tasks, including: Plumbing Carpentry Tiling Flooring Respond to repair requests in occupied accommodations. Conduct maintenance to prepare accommodations for new occupancy. Drive NNC vehicles for business use and travel between locations as required. Essential Requirements Qualifications: Minimum Level 2 NVQ in Carpentry, Plumbing, and Multiskilled Trades. Must hold an Asbestos Awareness Certificate. Experience: Workers with a complete employment history of Multiskilled Trade Operative preferably. Previous experience of working on voids and repairs. Previous experience of working on Council properties and Social Housing. Previous experience in fitting kitchens, tiling and flooring. Previous experience in Carpentry, Plumbing and Multiskilled Trade roles. Driving: Full, clean UK driving licence. Access to own vehicle for commuting and occasional business use. You will be required to drive North Northamptonshire Council owned vehicles. Flexibility to work across both Kettering and Corby Depots.
01/09/2025
Seasonal
Multiskilled Trade Operative Rate of Pay: 22 per hour Umbrella Recruiter: Opus People Solutions, on behalf of our client North Northamptonshire Council. Location: Kettering and Corby Depots. Hours: 37 hours per week, Monday - Friday, 8:30 AM - 5 PM Contract: Initially 3-month with potential to extend as the work is ongoing, temporary basis. All applicants must hold a full UK driving licence with access to your own vehicle as you will be required to work with availability to work across Kettering and Corby Depots. About the Role We are seeking an experience, skilled and versatile Multiskilled Trade Operative to join the Planned Maintenance Team with North Northamptonshire Council . The role is crucial to ensuring the maintenance and upkeep of temporary accommodation, helping to prepare and sustain housing units for occupancy. Key Responsibilities Perform basic maintenance tasks, including: Plumbing Carpentry Tiling Flooring Respond to repair requests in occupied accommodations. Conduct maintenance to prepare accommodations for new occupancy. Drive NNC vehicles for business use and travel between locations as required. Essential Requirements Qualifications: Minimum Level 2 NVQ in Carpentry, Plumbing, and Multiskilled Trades. Must hold an Asbestos Awareness Certificate. Experience: Workers with a complete employment history of Multiskilled Trade Operative preferably. Previous experience of working on voids and repairs. Previous experience of working on Council properties and Social Housing. Previous experience in fitting kitchens, tiling and flooring. Previous experience in Carpentry, Plumbing and Multiskilled Trade roles. Driving: Full, clean UK driving licence. Access to own vehicle for commuting and occasional business use. You will be required to drive North Northamptonshire Council owned vehicles. Flexibility to work across both Kettering and Corby Depots.
