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Job Title: Neighbourhood Services Operative Salary: £23,936 Overall Purpose of Job To provide a high quality and customer focused neighbourhood based service to tenants, ensuring that internal and external communal areas are maintained to the agreed Neighbourhood Standard. To undertake minor repairs, general maintenance and environmental projects. FULL UK MANUAL DRIVING LICENCE REQUIRED Benefits of working with Ongo include: 30 days paid holiday plus bank holidays and your birthday off Exceptional leave 15 hours per year paid volunteering Annual pay review Free parking (pass provided) No sick days voucher 9.5% pension contribution (Aviva) 3x salary life assurance policy Enhanced maternity/paternity pay Simply Health package (including Pro-counselling for family members) Housing Perks Agile working Home working equipment provided Local gym discounts Discounts at Costa and Starbucks (town centre) Car lease scheme Main Responsibilities To ensure all communal areas and estates are kept free of hazards and minimise the risk to any person by undertaking regular checks of neighbourhoods and communal areas, including fire alarm checks and snow/ice clearance. To be responsible for the categorising the risks and hazards found, deciding the timescale for remedial action and ensuring the completion of the work. To carry out jobs for our tenants in accordance with company policies and procedures and H&S legislation. These tasks can include, but are not limited to; general maintenance, painting & decorating, gardening tasks, environmental project delivery & moving/delivering an assortment of materials. To programme and provide things such has replacement fobs to our tenants and master fobs to Ongo staff within the agreed timescales. To continually assess the neighbourhoods for remedial works including remedial works to trees, paths, fencing and communal areas. To have regular contact and communicate effectively with tenants and maintain a visible neighbourhood based service that meets the needs of our tenants and achieves its targets and objectives. To coach. Mentor and supervise apprentices, volunteers and those on work experience as required. To highlight and carry out neighbourhood based services to improve the appearance of them and local environments. To undertake initial investigations into neighbourhood based tenancy breaches as required and provide photographic evidence and comprehensive reports to other colleagues. To provide assistance at any community development events hosted by Ongo as required. To work with other Ongo teams and external agencies to find solutions to neighbourhood based problems. To assist with the management of other neighbourhood based services such as grounds maintenance and undertake minor repairs if appropriate. Ensure the cleanliness, security & safety of internal communal areas to an agreed standard and timescales. Under the direction of the Neighbourhood Services Supervisors and Team Leaders ensure that specification requirements are met, this includes; Cleaning, disinfecting halls, landings and other publicly used internal areas. Sweeping and litter-picking, bin disinfecting and emptying Mopping / vacuuming of floors, stairs, landings and walkways, work-surfaces. Removal of ingrained dirt from all surfaces. Periodic deep cleaning of communal areas to an agreed frequency. Provide cleaning services to Ongo facilities, buildings & properties in line with contract specification requirements. To carry daily vehicle and equipment checks and ensure that they meet all legislative requirements. Be responsible for tools & equipment. Neighbourhood Operatives may be required to work outside normal office hours, at weekends and on Bank Holidays to provide support to tenants, and to ensure that designated footpaths are kept clear of snow and ice. They may also be required to support community events outside normal office hours. In these situations, the operative will be paid or given time in lieu, and we will endeavour to give as much notice as possible in instances where these situations arise. To undertake any other duties and responsibilities commensurate to the grading of the post as considered appropriate by management. Knowledge, Skill & Experience Required Health and Safety & COSHH awareness. Ability to carry out a range of skilled repairs and general maintenance work. Experience of caretaking, cleaning, repairs or others relevant to the area of work Partnership working with a variety of different people and organisations. Ability to use ICT systems including, Microsoft outlook, databases and the use of IPads etc. Ability to organise own workload and possess effective time management skills. Physically fit. Full clean driving licence. Effective communication skills. Working as part of a team, as well as on an individual basis. Previous experience of either a trade or handy van role. Experience of using various hand tools. Have the ability to work with individuals from varying backgrounds and be able to communicate difficult decisions in a caring consistent manner. Be able to develop and deliver coaching and training to meet needs of individuals. Able to supervise others as required. Ability to work flexibly, including evening/weekend working. CLOSING DATE FOR APLICATIONS NOON FRIDAY 12 DECEMBER 2025 INTERVIEWS WILL BE HELD THURSDAY 18 DECEMBER 2025 Previous applicants need not apply We are committed to building an inclusive workplace that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including those from ethnically diverse communities, disabled individuals, and others who may require workplace adjustments. If you require any support during the application process, please let us know, and we will be happy to assist

Job Title: Sports Surface Maintenance Operative (multiple positions available) Location: Leicester Salary : Up to 30,000 with overtime and bonus Job Type: Permanent, Full Time Technical Surfaces is a leading installer and maintenance provider of various Sports surfaces in the UK. With over 25 years of industry experience, their unique skill set has led to many of the country's top pitch installers. These 'Partners in Excellence' understand the importance of having their pitches looked after from day one, to ensure maximum life expectancy and uphold their pitch-building reputation. The Role: Technical Surfaces currently have a number of opportunities for motivated, hardworking candidates to join our team. Our team is expanding, and we require practically minded individuals to carry out our full range of maintenance processes to the highest standard. Planning ahead, time management and an eye for detail are the attributes we are seeking. We cover the whole of the UK with contracts in England working from the respective depots. Staying away overnight from time to time will be required with an average of 2 weeks per month spent working away from home. Key Responsibilities: Operation of a range of ground maintenance vehicles Filling out site reports Liaising with clients on site Working within our Health and Safety policy Driving company vehicles - Driver's License is essential Enhanced DBS checks required The Candidate: Experience in Synthetic turf maintenance, Greenkeeping or Landscaping/grounds maintenance is desirable however not essential as full training will be given. Benefits: In return we offer a competitive rate of pay pension, and entry onto the company bonus scheme. The candidate must be willing to work over and above normal working hours when required for which overtime will be paid. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a growing company, the marker leader in Synthetic sport surface maintenance with a clear career path and the opportunity to quickly increase annual earnings. Please click the APPLY button and to submit your CV and Cover Letter. Candidates with experience or relevant job titles of; Landscape Gardener, Experienced Groundworker, Skilled Tradesperson, Landscape, Landscaper, Garden, Grounds, Ground Maintenance Operative, General Maintenance, Project Manager, Garden Project Management, Bricklayer, Paver, Paving, Fencer, Fencing, Carpentry, Carpenter, Ground Work, Multi-Skilled Operator, Building Services Operator, Skilled Labourer, Skilled Trades, Multi Trade, Flagger, Grounds Worker may also be considered for this role.

Position - Ground Maintenance Operative Location - Coventry Pay - 15.96 per hour Ltd Umbrella ( 12.94 per hour including Holiday) Hours - 37 per week. Service Care Solutions have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Ground Maintenance Operative to work out of Coventry. Our client are a Housing Association, and based out of Coventry you will be working a 37 hour working week, carrying out the below duties: Undertaking gardening, garden clearance and/or grounds maintenance for a range of properties in accordance with service specification and works schedule Undertaking seasonal external maintenance work such as hard landscaping or fencing repairs Supporting the neighbourhoods team to manage our estates to the highest standards and to the satisfaction of customers Supporting the sustainability of neighbourhoods by maintaining high standards of presentation You need to deliver excellent services to customers and work to achieve performance targets and high levels of customer satisfaction Responsibilities Work as part of a team delivering gardening services for properties and for other landlords, to agreed timescales and specifications. The gardening work includes grass cutting, clearance, planting, weeding and maintenance of shrub areas using appropriate hand tools and mechanical horticultural appliances Undertake external maintenance work such as slab repairs and fencing, within agreed timescales Make use of modern technology to support the delivery of the role on a mobile basis. Use any equipment provided to minimise risks such as alarms and trackers Work proactively to present schemes to the best standards possible with a view to having a positive impact on the customer view of the service and the satisfaction with the Housing Association as the Landlord Be mindful of the opportunities for consistently delivering improved value for money supporting the Estate Services Manager to ensure the service is competitive and viable Deliver excellent customer service, responding to customer enquiries positively and politely, ensuring that enquiries are passed to relevant colleagues for a response where necessary Work collaboratively with your team and with colleagues across the association to share information; implement best practice and continuously improve service to customers Deliver and demonstrate the vision, values and behaviours of the organisation at all times Compile accurate and relevant performance or completion information when required for consideration by the team manager Work to achieve performance targets, identify any barriers to achieving these targets and agree remedial actions with the team leader Ensure that health and safety considerations are central to all work activities. Attend health and safety training or briefing as required and ensure that risk assessments are complied with at all times Ensure that personal protective equipment is used appropriately; equipment is well maintained; COSHH requirements are complied with and work is carried out in a safe manner for operatives and any other people in the vicinity of work in progress Follow appropriate safeguarding training, understand types of abuse or neglect, be able to recognise potential cases of abuse/neglect in children or vulnerable adults and symptoms of significant harm Make timely referrals and where there is a risk of significant harm, take immediate action in accordance with the Safeguarding Policy and Procedures and procedures of the relevant Local Safeguarding Board(s) Seek continuous improvement in the quality and delivery of services to customers including developing your own skills, knowledge and experience to maximise your impact on customer satisfaction and the achievement of key performance indicators and business objectives All work to be undertaken in line with policies and procedures, including Health and Safety, Customer Involvement, Equality and Diversity and Safeguarding Undertake any other duties commensurate with this post as reasonably requested by the Team Leader (Grounds Maintenance) Requirements: Previous Ground Maintenance experience. Be able to work outside in all weathers. Physically fit due to ground conditions. Hold a Full UK Driving License Working hours: Monday to Friday 7am till 3pm and be flexible to work alternate weekends. To seize this opportunity as a Ground Maintenance Operative , please contact Prakash at Service Care Solutions today. You can reach him at (phone number removed) or email (url removed)

We are looking for a Landscaping Team Leader to run a team based in Dorney near Windsor. As the Team Leader, you will be working alongside and supervising your team of Operatives on various sites providing hard and soft landscape services as required by the contract Managers, ensuring at all times that each task is completed to a high standard. You must have the ability to work independently but also as part of a wider team, be reliable, energetic and enthusiastic with a determined, flexible and “can do” attitude. ​ Responsibilities ​ To ensure all tasks are completed to a high standard. Hard Landscaping Fencing Boardwalk and platform installation​ Plant and machinery operations River restoration Environmental works Construction works Vegetation management To ensure you and your team adhere to this policies and procedures at all times To ensure that the vehicles and machinery (incl mobile phones) that you are using are in good working order and are being used correctly ​ ​ Experience ​ Essential Previous experience within Landscaping and construction environments A good knowledge and experience of fencing, Boardwalk construction and general timber carpentry skills CSCS card, or be prepared to obtain one ( Costs of which will be covered by the company) Ability to read and understand a construction or building plan is desirable. Full, Clean U.K Driving Licence Able to commute daily to the Dorney / Windsor area ​ ​ Desirable ​ B & E trailer licence Digger & Dumper qualifications or Experience Previous experience of team management / supervision. ​ Working full time, Monday to Friday only, with the option for weekend over time at generous rates. All PPE/Workwear is provided as well as access to our fleet of company vehicles to use during working hours. ​ We pride ourselves on our training and development opportunities, expect regular reviews, training and qualification support to help develop your career as well as a personalised development plan. ​ Annually increasing holiday entitlement, a range of healthcare cashback and various other company benefits avaliable. ​ ​ No Agencies ​

Landscape Operatives Location: Histon, Cambridge. Salary: £22,000 to £25,000 dependant on experience and driving licence. Our client is one of the UK's leading corporate horticulture companies with specialist divisions providing external ground maintenance, corporate landscaping, construction, and winter services including gritting. As a result of their growth, they are looking for an experienced Operatives to join the team in Histon, Cambridge. The Job: Several interesting and varied projects including many different aspects of soft landscaping. An eye for detail is essential as the projects are always of a very high standard. Experience working with fencing, turfing & planting is desirable. Well-presented and punctualDuties would include: Reporting directly to the Team Leader/Foreman. Constructing high end bespoke projects. Setting out, determining levels and falls. Extreme attention to detail. Turfing, mulching, tree and plant planting, hedging, barking. Requirements: 1 years' experience in Soft Landscaping. Plant knowledge would be extremely useful. CSCS licence essential. UK Driving licence desirable

Landscape Operatives Location: Histon, Cambridge. Salary: £22,000 to £25,000 dependant on experience and driving licence. Our client is one of the UK's leading corporate horticulture companies with specialist divisions providing external ground maintenance, corporate landscaping, construction, and winter services including gritting. As a result of their growth, they are looking for an experienced Operatives to join the team in Histon, Cambridge. The Job: Several interesting and varied projects including many different aspects of soft landscaping. An eye for detail is essential as the projects are always of a very high standard. Experience working with fencing, turfing & planting is desirable. Well-presented and punctualDuties would include: Reporting directly to the Team Leader/Foreman. Constructing high end bespoke projects. Setting out, determining levels and falls. Extreme attention to detail. Turfing, mulching, tree and plant planting, hedging, barking. Requirements: 1 years' experience in Soft Landscaping. Plant knowledge would be extremely useful. CSCS licence essential. UK Driving licence desirable

Grounds Maintenance Operative Do you have either have an NVQ level 2 (or above) in horticultural or trade qualifications, and / or proven experience working in a grounds maintenance / horticultural role? If you take pride in a job well done, and can hold everyday conversations in Welsh, read on to uncover an exciting career opportunity where you will be joining our progressive organisation with an inclusive culture, and benefit from our full support to fulfil your personal development, with plenty of potential for career progression. Our Company North Wales Housing provides homes and delivers services to over 2,700 households across North Wales. Development is core to our future visions, and we’ve committed to over 200 quality new homes by 2023. Although the organisation is rapidly growing, our vision and values have always been about more than just bricks and mortar. We’re a regional market leader in providing housing and services to vulnerable people, and our tenants are at the heart of everything we do. Our team of around 170 individuals mean a lot to us, too. We’re proud to say that we’re Gold Standard Investors in People, testament to our desire to care for our colleagues. Our People Strategy focuses on creating an environment where our people are proud to work at a place they want to be, supported to achieve their potential, give their best, and feel valued for their contribution. The Role – Grounds Maintenance Operative This is a field-based role working at properties across North Wales, where you’ll be responsible for delivering a range of grounds and property maintenance services, ensuring safe working at all times and providing support and guidance to Apprentices and Trainees. This will involve: * General grounds maintenance works such as grass cutting and edging, strimming, raking, hoeing and weeding, sweeping paths, litter picking and collection of refuse * Gardening works including digging over and planting, pruning, hedge cutting, collection and disposal of leaves, grass cuttings and other garden debris * Basic property maintenance duties such as erecting and repairing fencing, clearing and repairing gutters etc. * Completing records accurately, including mileage sheets, timesheets and pre-start checks * Ensuring that the Team’s van, equipment and machinery are secured, cleaned, and maintained regularly The Package * Salary of £20,657 * Permanent contract, working 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday 8am to 5pm * Benefits platform with savings on groceries, high-street shopping, new tech, holidays etc. * Further studies support and career development opportunities * Employee health assistance scheme * Enhanced maternity and paternity pay * Generous contributory pension scheme * Minimum of 23 days annual leave plus bank holidays Our Requirements – Grounds Maintenance Operative * Either have an NVQ level 2 (or above) in horticultural or trade qualifications and / or proven experience working in a grounds maintenance / gardener role * Competent in the use of horticultural related plant and machinery (e.g. brush cutter, lawn mower (push and ride on), hedge trimmer) * Ability to hold everyday conversations in Welsh * Knowledge of Environmental and Waste laws, with a good understanding of health and safety legislation and requirements including COSHH and hand arm vibration * Ability to support Trainees and Apprentices * Solid written communication skills for record keeping * A valid UK driving licence Closing date: Thursday 17th February 2022 Interview date: Thursday 3rd March 2022 By clicking apply on this site, you will automatically be redirected to the North Wales Housing website. All applications for this Grounds Maintenance Operative (Property Maintenance / Gardener) role are to be submitted online, and strictly no agency calls or agency CV submissions

About Colas Colas Ltd are a UK subsidiary of the global Colas Group, which operates in over 50 countries worldwide and employs over 55,000 people. We are specialists in highways construction and have been involved in large scale UK and international construction projects within the highways, airfields and marine sectors as well as offering highways maintenance services and manufacturing our own innovative surfacing products. We hold a ‘Gold Investor in People’ award for continuously developing and rewarding our employees, offering excellent career potential. About the Role Colas are recruiting for a Contracts Manager with experience in Vehicle Restraint Systems to manage Key Client expectations / contracts in the Eastern region whilst ensuring the compliance with all Quality procedures and safe working practices whilst undertaking all works to the highest possible Health, Safety and Environmental standards. You will be acting within financial authorities, in respect of contract revenue, expenditure and budgets in line with operational forecasts. Principle Accountabilities: * Provide leadership, motivation and direction to the contract unit delivery team * Efficient management and utilisation of all business unit / company resource through programming, planning and effective dialogue with peers / clients * Develop and update regular activity programmes for all contract responsibilities in accordance with client requirement * Ensure the safe and efficient running of all contracts to budget with full responsibility for the financial performance of contracts * Management and coordination of all financial account adjustment ensuring effective management of contract WIP * Collation and analysis of monthly trading accounts resulting in required reporting in accordance with accounting timetable * Preparation and explanation of annual budget forecast in partnership with business accountant * Maintain / develop good relations with all key and potential clients incorporating regular meeting and site visits * Be responsible for site safety by ensuring compliance to method statements and risk assessments using induction / tool box talks / appropriate use of PPE. Ensuring constant compliance to all applicable CDM regulations * Promote and enhance safety awareness in the business, encouraging a zero tolerance to unsafe acts and a zero target for LTIs * Demonstrate and deploy strong contractual and commercial awareness * Hold a high level of experience in highway construction and maintenance * Interaction with subcontractors ensuring all appropriate information is made available, review and approval of accounts prior to release of payment * Arrange / convene pre-start, progress and review meetings ensuring discussion of variances, contractual arrangements and any required corrective actions * Investigate and instigate appropriate actions over all insurance claims, completing necessary documentation and reporting within company procedure * Support, encourage and develop all staff / operatives within your control identifying all appropriate training needs * Attend all commercial and management meetings as directed * Provide technical support to Senior Estimator during tender periods and receive and ensure compliance with Tender handover packs * Assist Commercial estimating where required over the procurement of new works assisting with client development About you Applicants will have extensive experience working on fast track motorways and trunk roads within a Highways England environment. You will hold an Appropriate ONC/HNC/HND qualification in Construction / Civil Engineering. You will also have: * Commitment to Quality, Safety and Environment. * Previous experience of NEC contract standards * Proficient IT Skills * Hold a relevant CSCS card (ideally Black card & CSCS 5-day safety qualification (SSTS / SMSTS) * Fencing industry skills Scheme (FISS) accreditation As well as a highly competitive salary, Colas are also offering some great benefits with this role, which include: * Competitive pension contribution * A company car allowance or a company car with a fuel card * 25 days annual leave per annum + the option to buy or sell up to 5 days annual leave * Flexible working * Ongoing training, and personal professional development Colas is fully committed to promoting equality and diversity and maintaining a culture of fairness, transparency and respect for all employees, clients, communities, suppliers, contractors and other stakeholders. Colas aims to be inclusive, meet diverse needs and promote awareness and ownership in the workplace and the communities in which we serve. Colas values the strength and differences that a diverse workforce brings to the organisation and believes that by harnessing these differences, we will foster a productive environment where equity and mutual respect are intrinsic, where talents are being fully utilised and organisational goals are met