Groundworker

A great opportunity has become available for a reliable and skilled Groundworker to join a dynamic regional company recognised for developing and training its staff to succeed in their roles. Based in Woking, you will join us on a full-time, permanent basis, and in return, you will receive a competitive salary of £32,000 - £33,000 and excellent benefits. Mountjoy is an expanding construction and maintenance company specialising in providing professional and high-quality construction, refurbishment, building maintenance and facilities management services across the south of England. With a focus on delivering exceptional service to our clients and customers, this position is well suited to an individual that is looking to advance their career and gain hands-on experience in a thriving and supportive workplace. Our Company values We take pride in everything we do - Which means we expect all our employees to: Present a professional appearance at all times Keep your vehicle clean and tidy at all times Keep your work area safe, tidy and well organised Deliver a high standard of work at all times We have Integrity, built-in Our Company Benefits: 31 days annual leave rising to 36 days with length of service (including bank holidays) We offer a flexible scheme to buy or sell up to 5 days of annual leave per year On top of your salary, you will receive a £100 on call retainer for each week you are on call, and will be paid for each call out you attend Company sick pay after 12 months length of service/after probation Life Insurance Octopus Electric Dreams Car Scheme to enable staff to drive a new electric car - paid for through salary sacrifice Cycle to Work Scheme Discounted Gym Membership Employee recognition scheme Length of Service Rewards Childcare voucher scheme Defined contribution Pension Scheme of 8% (5% Employer and 3% Employee) Our Employee Assistance Programme to support all staff You will be issued your own company vehicle and fuel card Full uniform and safety equipment is provided Access to a tool loan for all trade staff Refer a Friend scheme Key responsibilities as our Groundworker will include: Diagnosing and rectifying faults within core and other trades related repair requests Ensuring that the quality of work always meets the highest possible standards Supporting all trades to deliver a professional and safe maintenance and repairs service Responding swiftly to all emergency situations and resolving them efficiently Undertaking all work efficiently and cost effectively, minimising non-productive time wherever possible and reporting any difficulties encountered to the Resource Controller and /or Supervisor Applying applicable Health & Safety rules in all you do, using risk assessments, method statements and PPE when needed Maintaining tools, plant, and equipment in a safe, clean, and workable condition Maintaining accurate records of works undertaken with photographic evidence as necessary Willing to work out of hours, if required, to the requirements of the client and customer Working within the Mountjoy group and assisting other contracts as directed by the Contract Manager as and when the business dictates Being an inclusive part of the team and being part of an on-call rota (Out of Hours) if required What we are looking for in our Groundworker: The ability to use the phone and PDA to communicate effectively, explain yourself clearly and concisely understand what information you need or need to provide Being comfortable in dealing with tenants and remaining professional even when issues are contentious, especially when explaining to tenants that the right repair isn’t necessarily the repair they want Understanding the need to complete outstanding pieces prior to starting in other areas The ability to diagnose the right repair adopting the right first-time approach A team player ensuring lessons learnt, and good practices are shared amongst the team for future benefit of the service Have a practical approach to health and safety, ensuring that you and others are always safe. Be able to self-manage and be self-motivated, prioritising and programming work in the most efficient manner Competent in all forms of fencing, both wooden and chain link A trade specific qualification minimum NVQ Level 2 or equivalent in experience Full current driving licence A DBS check is required before commencement of role If you feel you have the skills and experience to become our Groundworker then please click “apply” now – We’d love to hear from you! Mountjoy is an Equal Opportunities employer and a member of the Disability Confident Scheme. We are also a member of the Hampshire Construction Training Association. It is a further requirement that all staff must pass a DBS check