Job Opening – Grounds Operative
Groby Parish Council is seeking to recruit an enthusiastic person to carry out grounds and property maintenance on land under the control of the Council as part of a small, close working team.
The applicant should be able to work with the minimum of supervision; display initiative and have a pro-active approach to carrying out the general grounds maintenance and gardening duties to a high standard within the Parish of Groby. You will also be expected to ensure that health and safety compliance is adhered to at all times.
The applicant must have good interpersonal skills, be self-motivated and have a willingness to work in varying weather conditions.
You will need to have a full driving licence and relevant grounds maintenance experience which should include experience in operating equipment such as pedestrian mowers, ride-on mowers, trimmers and hand tools. Full duties are listed in the Job Description.
Closing date for applications: Thursday 9th July 2026 at 5pm.
Interviews to be held: Thursday 16th July 2026
A Job Description & Person Specification can be obtained from the below address.
Please send letters of application and your C.V. to;
Sue Hackett, Parish Clerk
Council Office
Leicester Road
Groby,
Leicester
LE6 0DQ
Email: clerk@grobyparishcouncil.gov.uk
Telephone: 0116 2876985
