Horticultural Operative

12 Month Contract Location: East Riding of Yorkshire

Wolviston Management Services are currently recruiting for a Horticultural Operative to join a well-established, large-scale industrial site in the UK.

The Role

Working as part of a multi-disciplinary technical services team, you will be responsible for delivering a wide range of horticultural and maintenance activities across the site. This is a hands-on role requiring a strong focus on safety, quality, and operational efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

Carry out all assigned tasks safely and efficiently, in line with SHEQ and business standards Undertake planned repairs, preventative and predictive maintenance activities Support installation works and general site maintenance Seek technical or safety advice when required and stop work if conditions are unsafe Key Duties: Deliver all aspects of the horticulture work schedule, including: Chemical weed spraying regimes Grass cutting and strimming Pruning and trimming of shrubs, hedges, bushes, and trees Identify and report persistent growth or horticultural issues to the Facilities Supervisor Assist with deep cleaning of gullies, including removal of drain covers and debris clearance Carry out weekly litter bin waste collection and disposal across site Assist planners and supervisors with material identification and requisition Complete workplace safety and condition audits before, during, and after tasks Seasonal Duties: Provide winter gritting services across site Operate gritting vehicles and apply grit/salt manually and mechanically What We’re Looking For Previous experience in horticulture, grounds maintenance, or a similar role Ability to work safely in an industrial environment Strong team player with a proactive approach Good awareness of health, safety, environmental, and quality standards Flexible and reliable with a strong work ethic If you are an experienced Groundsman looking to contribute to a dynamic site with varied responsibilities, we would love to hear from you. Apply today to hear more