Play Area Maintenance Operative / Groundworker
Ilkeston
Full-Time | Early Finish Fridays

Thorn Baker are recruiting for a Play Area Maintenance Operative / Groundworker to join a local council’s Green Spaces team based in Ilkeston.

This is a varied, hands-on role ideal for someone with experience in groundworks and play area maintenance, who takes pride in delivering safe, high-quality public spaces.

Hours:

• Monday to Thursday: 07:30 – 16:00
• Friday: 07:30 – 12:30

Pay:

• Weeks 0–12: £12.71 per hour
• Weeks 13–52: £13.26 per hour
• Weeks 52+: £13.47 per hour

Duties include:

• Inspecting, maintaining, and repairing play areas and equipment
• Installing play equipment and street furniture
• Carrying out groundworks including mixing and laying concrete and tarmac
• Using hand and power tools safely and effectively
• Ensuring all work meets safety standards and regulations

What we’re looking for:

• Experience in play area maintenance, groundworks, or similar
• Street works tickets (preferred)
• Abrasive wheels certification (preferred)
• Skilled in using hand tools and general site equipment
• Physically fit and able to work outdoors in all conditions
• Reliable, safety-conscious, and able to work as part of a team

What you’ll get:

• Ongoing, full-time work
• Early finish every Friday
• Opportunity for long-term placement

Apply now with your CV or contact Dan at Thorn Baker on 07557954236 for more information.

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