Location
Gatwick Airport

Hours
Full-time, permanent

Salary
£25,000 to £30,000 per year

About the Role
You’ll be working as part of a grounds maintenance team responsible for keeping large outdoor areas across Gatwick Airport well maintained and presented to a high standard. The role involves a mixture of general grounds maintenance, landscaping, and operating machinery. Initially, you will work with pedestrian and ride-on equipment, with opportunities to develop your skills and progress onto larger machinery such as tractors and specialist equipment. You may work across both landside and airside environments, subject to the required airport security clearance.

Key Responsibilities
- Grass cutting across large open areas
- Strimming
- Hedge cutting and shrub maintenance
- General grounds maintenance duties
- Operating pedestrian and ride-on mowers
- Supporting integrated weed management practices
- Loading, unloading and looking after equipment
- Working safely and following airport and site procedures
- Working across landside and airside areas where required

Experience
Previous grounds maintenance or landscaping experience is required. Experience driving light commercial vehicles is also necessary. A licence for categories beyond a standard car licence would be advantageous but is not essential.

About You
- Has a strong work ethic and takes pride in their work
- Enjoys working outdoors in all weather conditions
- Is reliable, hardworking and has a positive attitude
- Works well as part of a team
- Holds a full UK driving licence
- Is comfortable working around machinery and equipment

Qualifications
Full training will be provided for the right candidates. Due to the nature of the role and working at Gatwick Airport, successful applicants will need to meet the required airport security and clearance requirements.