Salary: £24,404 - £25,183
Hours per week: 37 hours
Interview date: Thursday 3 rd July 2025

PROPERTY SERVICES– TRANSFORMING SPACES, ENHANCING LIVES

We have a fantastic opportunity to join our expanding brand-new team within Property Services that undertakes the grounds maintenance and estate services for the sheltered schemes and the estates across the county.
Our team is responsible for grass-cutting, hedge and shrub maintenance, as well as keeping the estates tidy, clearing out void properties, and maintaining gardens for potential tenants.
As a Grounds and Estates Maintenance Operative your primary focus will be grounds maintenance as well as estate tidying and void clearance. You will be also responsible for maintaining sites and areas according to specified standards, providing crucial support to the Property Services Team Leader and other colleagues. Your responsibilities will include diligently performing daily tasks while following instructions and complying with health and safety regulations. In collaboration with the Senior Grounds and Estate Maintenance Operatives, you will also jointly oversee the maintenance and secure storage of vehicles, tools, equipment, and chemicals associated with the role.
We’re looking for a positive problem-solver who has proven they can cultivate great working relationships, defuse difficult situations and can liaise with our residents and resolve any concerns patiently. If you’re also well organised, well-motivated and have a strong understanding of gardening and landscaping practices, as well as HSE, COSSH and H&S legislation, then we’d like to talk to you.
W hy us?
Wiltshire Council is a friendly, welcoming place to work, with a ’One Council’ ethos. That’s why we focus on getting the things that matter to our people right.
Please download and read the role description and person specification carefully before you apply as well as Our Identity .
The council is committed to creating an environment of positive working relationships where everyone feels engaged, supported and able to thrive. Our Identity is a framework which sets out how we are all expected to lead, work and act to deliver our services. We will not tolerate discrimination, bullying or harassment of any kind. Everyone is expected to promote a culture of inclusion, dignity, trust and respect which is underpinned by our vision and Our Identity framework.
For more details, contact Riki Blissett, Property Services Team Leader, at Riki.Blissett@wiltshire.gov.uk , or call 01722 434493.
This role may be subject to certain successful security checks; please see the role description for more information.
We are firmly committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and to the principles of inclusion and diversity in both employment and the delivery of services. Read our statement of commitment to equality and inclusion .

Please refer the Job description for details