Grounds Maintenance Operative/Playground Inspector

We are excited to offer a fantastic opportunity for a permanent Grounds Maintenance Operative/ Playground Inspector to join our dynamic Trafford Account in Manchester. This role will be based on site at Tatton House, 11 Caldey Road, Roundthorn Industrial Estate, Wythenshawe, Manchester, M23 9LF and around Trafford.

This position offers a competitive salary and overtime.

The standard working hours for this role are 37.5 hours a week.

As a Playground Inspector, you’ll ensure safe, clean play areas for children, promoting community well-being and social interaction. By maintaining equipment and green spaces, you contribute to environmental sustainability and make parks inviting for everyone.

Your role is vital to the success of the Trafford Account, ensuring high standards of quality and safety, enhancing reputation, and reducing costs through proactive maintenance. Join us and make a lasting impact on the community and environment.

What You’ll Do:

• You will be involved in play area maintenance within the borough of Trafford working in play areas and parks and a good knowledge of the area is an advantage.
• General maintenance, such as renovating benches, repairing or removed damaged play equipment, prepping and painting play equipment, tool maintenance, workshop maintenance and cleaning.
• Carrying out play area inspections. (Training provided)
• Varying repairs around the borough.

Why Join Us?

At Amey, we don’t just offer jobs, we offer opportunities to build fulfilling careers. As one of the top 1% of employers recognised by Investors in People, we are committed to your professional growth and wellbeing. Here’s what you can expect when you join our team:

• Competitive Salary: Enjoy a competitive annual salary with the potential for yearly reviews to ensure you’re rewarded for your contributions.
• Career Growth: Propel your career with clear, dynamic advancement opportunities to roles like Highways Team Leader and Supervisor
• Training Opportunities: Unlock your potential with comprehensive training, including fully funded HGV licence training and RoSPA qualification, tailored to your growth.
• Personal Development Opportunities: Advance your personal growth through mentorship and access to our award-winning programs like our Leadership Development, Women@Amey, and Multicultural Leadership programs.
• Pension: Benefit from a generous pension scheme with company contributions for your future peace of mind.
• Holidays: Enjoy at least 24 days of holiday plus bank holidays, and the opportunity to buy further 5 days! Giving you plenty of time to relax and recharge.
• Flexible Benefits: Customise your benefits package with options like additional leave, cycle-to-work schemes, charitable giving, and gym memberships.
• Exclusive Discounts: Access our online portal filled with discounts from leading retailers, healthcare services, and more, helping you save on the things that matter.
• Social Impact: Take part in our community initiatives with 2x paid volunteering days a year, plus other opportunities to support fundraising and local projects.

What You’ll Bring:

• Full driving licence
• Basic knowledge of operations
• General experience of grounds maintenance type duties
• Good general knowledge of construction of equipment
• Understanding of Health and Safety Legislation COSHH and RoSPA (play area inspections)

If you’re ready to make a meaningful impact on our business and contribute to a shared, sustainable future, we invite you to join us in advancing our strategy and driving positive change.

Application Guidance

At Amey, we value a culture of diversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from individuals who are passionate about making a positive impact, no matter their background, gender, race, or personal circumstances. We believe everyone deserves the opportunity to shine.

As a Disability Confident leader, we’re proud to offer applicants with a disability an interview if they meet the minimum requirements for the role.

If you have any questions or need any adjustments during the recruitment process, don’t hesitate to reach out to Kayla Caruth our recruiter for this role, at kayla.caruth@amey.co.uk