"Grounds Person"

The University of Surrey has one Grounds person role vacant in the horticulture & landscaping team. A successful candidate will join this award-winning team who maintain the Surrey Research Park with the possibility of helping on Sports and Horticultural grounds at the University of Surrey Campuses.

This role covers a wide range of horticultural and other estate management tasks. After the relevant training you will be expected to operate a wide range of landscaping equipment & machinery in order to provide high-quality, cost-effective maintenance on the University of Surrey’s estate.

Experience of horticulture, sports grounds maintenance and relevant NVQ or equivalent qualifications are an advantage, but not essential. Full training will be provided. Candidates will need to be physically fit and hold a valid UK driving licence for this role.

In addition to the salary, you will receive a generous annual leave entitlement, membership of the University of Surrey Pension Plan and excellent development opportunities.

Job Description

Please apply on the University website with your CV and cover letter. Interviews will be held on Friday 7th November.