Gardener - Grounds Maintenance Operative

Exciting Career Opportunity at Citizen!

Are you a driven professional seeking to make an impact in Grounds Maintenance?

With over fifty years of experience, we have grown to be one of the UK’s most trusted social housing providers, Citizen owns and manages 30,000 homes for diverse communities across the West Midlands, from urban tower blocks to rural villages and towns. Find out more about the work we do here: Citizen

Position: Grounds Maintenance Operative (Full Time, Permanent)
Salary: £24,897
Location: Birmingham

Manager’s Quote:

Joining our Grounds Maintenance team means making a real difference to communities every day. We take pride in keeping outdoor spaces safe, clean, and welcoming for thousands of residents. You’ll be part of a supportive team, working outdoors, seeing the results of your effort, and knowing your work directly improves people’s lives.

Key Responsibilities:

• Grass cutting and collection
• Removal and disposal of green waste
• Hedge and bush reduction and shaping
• Strimming
• Weed management
• Shrub maintenance, pruning and planting
• Litter picking
• Maintenance of hard standing areas

Qualifications and experience:

• General knowledge of grounds maintenance
• Experience of grass cutting and collection, Grass cutting and collection, Hedge and bush reduction and shaping, Strimming, Weed management, Shrub maintenance, pruning and planting, Litter picking, Maintenance of hard standing areas
• Experience of using appropriate equipment including the operation of petrol machinery and ride on mowers
• Be able to undertake physical activities including lifting of heavy items and working to a high standard
• Experience of working in a team
• Able to maintain work records and reporting
• Experience of dealing with customers and commitment to delivering a high level of customer satisfaction
• Basic Health and Safety knowledge in a gardening including the use of chemicals and equipment 
• Be able to work to and meet varying deadlines
• Current driving licence
• PA1 & PA6 spraying licence (desirable)
• Banksman training (desirable)
• Licence to drive a trailer (desirable)

We will be an employer of choice and invest in our people

To deliver the best services for our customers we need employees who are passionate, committed and engaged. We will create a culture where every individual feels comfortable and confident to be themselves and the wellbeing of our employees is a priority. We will work together as one team and embrace our Citizen values.

We will attract and retain the best and brightest professionals, support them to achieve their potential, and reward and recognise them for the fantastic work they do.

What We Offer:

• Innovative Environment: Be part of a forward-thinking organization that values creativity and innovation.
• Professional Growth: Opportunities for continuous learning and career advancement.
• Collaborative Culture: Work alongside a team of dedicated professionals who support and inspire each other.

Benefits:

• Annual Leave: Annual leave starts at 26 days per year plus bank holidays
• Annual leave purchase scheme – option to buy up to an additional 5 days per year
• Enhanced family leave (maternity, paternity and adoption)
• Organisational sick pay
• Generous Pension Scheme – The option to contribute 4%, 6% or up to 10% which Citizen will match
• Competitive Salary: We offer a competitive compensation package.
• Health and Wellness: Comprehensive health insurance and wellness programs.
• Work-Life Balance: Flexible working hours and generous leave policies.
• Employee Development: Access to training programs and career development resources.

Find out more here: Citizen | Benefits

Company Culture: 

We will be an employer of choice and invest in our people

To deliver the best services for our customers we need employees who are passionate, committed and engaged. We will create a culture where every individual feels comfortable and confident to be themselves and the wellbeing of our employees is a priority. Our team is passionate about making a positive impact and driving innovation in X.

 We will work together as one team and embrace our Citizen values.

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Further information on our selection process and Equality and Diversity commitment can be found at www.citizenhousing.org.uk

This post is subject to a Basic DBS check (Disclosure and Barring Service).

Closing date: 3rd October 2025

Interview date: 10th October 2025

Please note we will be reviewing applications throughout the campaign and may invite candidates to interview at any time.  We reserve the right to close this role earlier than the published closing date should a suitable candidate be identified.