Location: Monmouth
Employment Type: Temporary
Duration: 52 Weeks
Start Date: 05 January 2026
Hours: 37 hours per week (Monday to Friday, with seasonal flexibility)
Salary:

• PAYE: £12.85 per hour
• Umbrella: £16.62 per hour

Are you practical, reliable, and take pride in maintaining outdoor spaces? Network Recruitment Wales is seeking a Ground Maintenance Operative to join the Building Services & Maintenance team based at Monmouth Depot. This temporary role has been created to cover flexible working arrangements and offers a fantastic opportunity to contribute to maintaining safe, clean, and sustainable environments across the county.
What You’ll Do:

• Carry out grounds maintenance duties across public open spaces, verges, schools, and contracted sites.
• Undertake grass cutting using hand-held and ride-on machinery.
• Maintain horticultural features, including shrub beds and planted areas.
• Support street services activities when required, including litter picking and responding to fly-tipping.
• Assist with cemetery-related duties and landscaping works following appropriate training.
• Ensure vehicles, tools, and machinery are used safely, maintained correctly, and inspected daily.
• Respond to emergency situations such as flooding, snow clearance, or storm damage as part of a standby rota when required.

What We’re Looking For:

• Previous experience in grounds maintenance or a similar outdoor working environment.
• A good understanding of Health & Safety practices and the ability to follow safe working procedures.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team and independently with minimal supervision.
• Strong work ethic, self-motivation, and pride in delivering high-quality work.
• Good communication skills and a flexible approach to work.
• A full, clean UK driving licence.
• Welsh language skills are desirable but not essential.

Essential Requirements:

• Eligibility to work in the UK.
• Two years of references/work history.
• Signed Confidentiality Agreement.
• Criminal Convictions Declaration.

Why Join Us?This role offers the chance to work within the Community & Place – Commercial & Operations directorate, contributing directly to the upkeep and presentation of local environments. You’ll receive relevant training, appropriate equipment, and the opportunity to be part of a flexible and supportive team committed to public service and sustainability.
How to Apply:If you’re ready to make a difference in your local community, submit your CV and required documentation to Network Recruitment Wales today.
📞 Contact: 01443 230222
🌐 Website: https://www.networkrecruitmentwales.co.uk/nrwpeople/
Apply now and help keep Monmouthshire safe, clean, and green.
Network Recruitment Wales is an equal opportunities employer.