Job Description

The Role

We are currently seeking an experienced Groundworker to join our Voids team based in Birmingham.



This is a contract role for an initial 12 week period. A van and fuel card will be provided as travel around the south Birmingham patch is required.



The role involves carrying out all aspects of general Groundwork which includes Fencing, slabbing and landscaping.

The Project

You will be part of one of Fortem's largest Social Housing contracts, Birmingham City Council. This is an expanding 50m Repairs & Maintenance, Capital Works and Retrofit contract and the largest social housing contract in Europe. We are responsible for over 22,500 properties in the Birmingham area including low, medium and a significant number of high-rise blocks. This is a fast paced, focused and dedicated contract which we have been re-awarded 3 times and we are very proud to be able to support this exceptional client.

Essential and Desirable Criteria

Groundworker responsibilities will include:


Carry out general groundwork and laying slabs Prune bushes and trees to maintain outdoor areas Cut grass and keep communal green spaces tidy Collect and dispose of rubbish from external areas Provide excellent customer service to tenants Follow all health and safety procedures while on site Accurately log work completed and updates using an electronic device

Personal Qualities

Essential Criteria


Groundworks and Landscaping experience Full, clean driving licence (maximum 5 points)

Desirable Criteria


Social Housing Experience

Additional Information

Permanent Groundworker benefits:


We provide a company van and fuel card for work purposes PPE provided Overtime and call outs available Eligible for bonus up to 5% 25 days annual leave + bank holidays & your birthday off (34 days total) Pay review every year 26 weeks full pay maternity leave 8 weeks full pay paternity leave Up to 3,000 colleague referral fee Private pension Life Insurance Private healthcare and dental care Cycle-to-work scheme Retail and mobile phone provider discounts Discounted gym memberships at national and local gyms Vast directory of training on bespoke in-house Learning Management System

About Us

Established in 2002, Fortem provides specialist property solutions for the social housing sector. Tailored to keep homes running smoothly, Fortem prides itself on working with Social Landlords to provide a warm, safe and decent place for people to live and call home.



Fortem operates exclusively within the Social Housing Sector, employing customised systems, procedures, and methodologies to assist landlords in fulfilling their distinct requirements and complying with regulations.



Fortem delivers a range of internal and external property repairs on a 24/7 basis, refurbishes vacant properties back to lettings standards, provides statutory compliance services including gas, electrical and fire safety as well as installing a wide variety of home improvements such as Kitchens, Bathrooms, Roofs and Windows and energy efficiency measures though retrofit programmes.



Fortem are a Willmott Dixon Group Company. As such, they benefit from the credibility and recognition associated with a large and long-established brand - whilst as a standalone business within the Group, they maintain the flexibility to adapt our services to meet the unique challenges of the social housing marketplace.



We are Investors in People - Gold, we believe in equality, diversity and respect for all and encourage applications from all sectors of the community.



Please apply with your updated CV or contact us at the Recruitment team.



If you need any assistance with your application, please contact our team at recruitment@fortem.co.uk


Note for Recruitment Agencies: We have an agreed PSL, we do not accept speculative CV's from agencies. If speculative CVs are sent, no fee will be applicable.




Job Reference: FOR04276