Grounds Worker

Job Introduction

Grounds Worker 

Salary: £26,959 – £28,563 per annum plus excellent benefits

Location: Walsall, West Midlands

Contract:  Full Time, Permanent, 37 hours per week

Closing Date: 8^th December 2024

Interview Date: 16^th and 17^th December 2024

We have an exciting opportunity for a Grounds Worker. In this role, you will provide efficient grounds work service to both occupied and void whg properties.

Main job responsibilities:

• Paving / Slabbing and associated works.
• Cold tarmac repairs.
• Drainage/Inspection chambers, construction and repairs to associated drainage/blockages works
• Dig out work preparing for drainage/water supply works
• Fencing works.
• Installation / Repair of External timber handrails.
• Use of Sky (Gutter) Vacuuming equipment.
• Installation and repair of concrete bollards
• Dismantling brickwork
• Gutter cleans and minor repairs to rainwater goods
• Garden clearance/landscaping
• Assist trade colleagues to undertake their role.
• Installation and repair of L&B Gates.

We're looking for someone who has:

• A full driving licence (no more than 6 penalty points)
• The ability to travel efficiently from location to location around whg housing stock
• Demonstrable experience of labouring/ ground works.
• Experience of fencing & slabbing. 
• Experience of working in a customer facing service.
• The ability to work to tight timescales in order to meet the demands of customers and the business.
• The ability to communicate clearly and effectively with customers and colleagues.
• The ability to listen and interpret information effectively, and able to obtain information from customers and take appropriate action and deal sensitively with complaints and customer dissatisfaction.

 What’s in it for you?

Working at whg means being part of a team that values flexibility, professional development, and a positive workplace culture. We offer:

• A competitive salary
• 27 days of annual leave (plus Christmas shut down)
• Access to an annual leave purchase scheme
• Participation in the defined benefit Local Government Pension Scheme or a choice of another great pension scheme
• A health cash plan to enhance your wellbeing and claim back costs of prescriptions, eye care, dental and complementary therapies
• A range of shopping and leisure discounts
• Structured learning and development opportunities
• Automatic membership of Colleague Voice
• A friendly workplace environment and commitment to work-life-balance 

About us

At whg, we are dedicated to providing affordable homes across the Midlands and creating sustainable communities. We believe everyone has the right to a safe and secure home, which is the foundation for a successful life. Our values— Trustworthy, Respectful, Accountable, Collaborative and Excellent — guide our work and our commitment to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.

We have been recognised as a top employer in the prestigious Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2024. The awards celebrate the top employers in the UK who are leading the way in employee pride, job satisfaction and wellbeing, as well as reward and recognition. 

We are proud to be a Disability Confident Employer, committed to providing opportunities and support for all applicants, including those with disabilities.

Interested in joining our team? Visit our website www.whg.uk.com and read Our 2030 Plan.