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Grounds Maintenance Operative

Job ref. MAGROUN11

Temporary

£11.44-14.78 per hour

Maidstone

Contract: Full time

Higher pay rate is achieved by: Signing up to an approved Umbrella Company

Requirements
  • Licence - Car/Van Driving Licence (Category B)

  • **Job Title:** Garden/Ground Maintenance Operative  
  • **Location:** Rochester, Medway  
  • **Hours:** Monday to Friday, 7:30 am to 4:00 pm  
  • **Salary:** £11.44 per hour (PAYE) / £14.78 per hour (Umbrella)  
  • **Job Type:** Ongoing Temporary, Leading to Permanent Positions  

**Join Our Clients Team!**  
The Best Connection is seeking **Garden/Ground Maintenance Operatives** for ongoing work with our client in Rochester, Medway. This role offers a fantastic opportunity to transition into a **permanent position**, with increased earning potential after a successful trial period.  

**Key Responsibilities:**  
As a Garden/Ground Maintenance Operative, you’ll work as part of a supportive team, focusing on the upkeep of green spaces. Your daily tasks will include:  

 

  • Weeding, strimming, planting, and grass cutting  
  • Assisting with the overall maintenance of grounds  

**Requirements:**  
To succeed in this role, you should meet the following criteria:  

 

  • **Previous experience** in grounds maintenance (preferred but not essential).  
  •  A **full UK driving licence**, with no disqualifications and a maximum of 6 penalty points (insurance purposes).  

**What We Offer:**  

  • **Competitive Pay Rates**: £11.44 per hour (PAYE) or £14.78 Umbrella 
  •   Overtime after 37.5 hours (Monday to Friday) paid at **time and a half**  
  •   Saturdays at **time and a half**  
  •   Sundays and bank holidays at **double time**  
  • *Weekly Pay**: Every Friday, with online payslips available.  
  • **Dedicated Consultant**: Personal support throughout your employment.  
  • **Career Progression**: Temporary roles leading to permanent positions for successful candidates, with a salary increase upon becoming permanent.  

**Why Join Us?**  
This is a full-time, year-round opportunity—not seasonal work—with long-term potential. You’ll benefit from a collaborative working environment, opportunities for career growth, and competitive pay.  

**Accelerate Your Application!**  

  • Apply online now, or for a quicker process, contact **The Best Connection Maidstone Office** directly.  
Benefits
  • Hourly rate as above (not age dependent)
  • 28 days Paid Annual Leave pro-rata for PAYE (inclusive of statutory holiday)
  • Canteen
  • Induction Training
  • Ongoing Assignment
  • Overtime Available
  • Possible permanent position following a successful trial period
Maidstone
Rochester, Kent

maidstone@thebestconnection.co.uk
Call Carl or Mariana on 01622 664999
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