Job Description

Job Title:

12.50 ph

Groundsman

Location:

Whitbarrow Village

About Us:

Whitbarrow Village is a luxury resort offering spacious lodges, leisure facilities including pools and spa amenities, on-site dining, and beautifully landscaped grounds. Our team plays a vital role in maintaining the high standards and appearance of the resort, ensuring our guests enjoy a welcoming, safe, and visually stunning environment during every stay.

Key Responsibilities:

Ensure grounds are maintained to the standards and frequency specified by

Whitbarrow

in the contract. Duties include, but are not limited to: + Grass cutting and edge trimming + Pruning bushes, shrubs, and hedges (seasonal unless required for Health & Safety)
+ Pruning trees to industry standards, including removal of low obstructing branches up to 2.2m above ground level
+ Clearing fences, walls, and gates of weeds, moss, algae, and other inappropriate plant growth
+ Clearing roads, paths, terraces, car parks, and other hard standing of weeds, moss, algae, debris, and leaves
+ Ensuring boundaries, roadways, parking areas, and pathway markings (including signage) remain visible and free from overhanging vegetation
Take proactive responsibility for meeting all Health & Safety requirements while undertaking duties Comply with all relevant legislation (including Local Authority requirements) relating to waste, pesticides, and COSHH Take responsibility for, and maintain in good working order, all company equipment, including vehicles Ensure that clients and guests are dealt with promptly and courteously, in line with company standards Support the delivery of Health & Safety policy and standards Complete all allocated Grounds Maintenance tasks listed on the Work Schedule for designated areas

Person Specification:

Full UK driving licence (preferably including trailer towing category) Willingness to travel between sites daily Ability to perform the role to the required standard following training Strong communication skills with the ability to engage with clients, colleagues, and supervisors effectively Ability to plan and prioritise own work schedule in line with business needs and environmental conditions Must be capable of lone working for the majority of the time Awareness of Grounds Maintenance specifications and general industry practices Experience of working within a team to deliver set targets

What We Offer:

Competitive pay with guaranteed hours Flexible, daytime-friendly shifts Reward & recognition schemes, including bonuses of up to 1,000 Generous staff discounts - up to 50% off holidays across 10 UK locations Employee referral scheme - earn up to 400 for successful recommendations Pension scheme, company uniform, and professional development opportunities, including training and career progression Supportive, family-run environment with a friendly, team-focused culture


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