Grounds Maintenance Operative

Job Title: Grounds Maintenance Officer
Location: Dorchester

Contract Type: Temporary (3 months)

Salary: 13.26 per hour
Hours: 37 hours per week

About the Role

Working alongside the Grounds Maintenance Team Leader, you will help deliver a range of scheduled grounds and landscape maintenance tasks across the Dorchester area. This is a hands‑on outdoor role suited to someone who enjoys physical work, takes pride in maintaining high standards, and is committed to excellent public service.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out a variety of grounds maintenance and landscaping duties, including grass cutting, hedge trimming, and general upkeep of public spaces
• Safely operate tools, machinery, vehicles, and powered equipment
• Follow health and safety procedures, including PPE requirements and risk assessments
• Represent Dorset Council professionally and respond c...