Shift Operator (Contract)

Estates Operative

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Salary : £29,397 + Excellent Benefits
Location of office : Baldock, Letchworth Garden City
Location of work : Various sites across Hertfordshire, Bedfordshire and Cambridgeshire
Contract : Permanent
We are looking for an Estates Operative to help keep our estates clean, safe and welcoming for our residents. This role is an important part of our Estate Services team, delivering grounds-maintenance, bulk waste removal and cleaning services across our communities. You will work both independently and as part of a team, using your skills, initiative and customer-focused approach to maintain high standards across our estates.
The Estate Services team operates remotely across our geographical areas, delivering services that directly impact the land we manage and the residents who live there. This includes grounds-maintenance, bulk waste removal, cleaning and wider estate-based tasks.

What youll be doing You will:
Deliver high-quality grounds-maintenance, litter picking and bulk waste removal services

Carry out grass cutting, hedge maintenance, lawn edging, moss clearance, pruning, plant and shrub maintenance, spraying and gritting

Support land clearance for areas identified for development

Remove bulk waste and assist in identifying responsible parties where re-charging may be appropriate

Work with residents to ensure estate issues are reported promptly

Complete scheduled inspections and checks to ensure estates remain safe and well maintained

Work closely with colleagues to deliver a consistent and reliable service

Support up-cycling and community give-back days

Ensure all work is carried out safely and in line with procedures

Complete other site-based or resident-related tasks as required

What were looking for
You will have:
Experience in grounds-maintenance or estate services

Knowledge of health and safety at work

Ability to work effectively as part of a team

A full clean driving licence

Physical fitness to carry out manual handling tasks

Ability to identify risks, hazards and support emergency planning

Good communication skills

Nice to haves:
Willingness to support social purpose goals and community-focused activities

Flexibility to work additional hours or respond to emergency call-outs when required

Desire to develop skills in horticulture and broaden experience

PA1 / PA6a spraying certification

Experience towing trailers

A recognised horticultural qualification

Benefits
At SettleParadigm, we believe in creating an environment where our people feel valued, supported, and inspired to grow. Our comprehensive benefits and rewards package reflects this commitment.
annual salary: £ 29,397 per annum

25 days holiday, increasing with service, plus Christmas closure and buy options

Generous pension scheme up to 9.5% employer contribution via salary sacrifice

Family-friendly leave : Enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption leave

Health cash plan claim up to £1,800 for everyday health costs (plus free kids cover)

Life cover and income protection

Flexible working hybrid options, modern offices, free parking & EV charging

And thats just the beginning! Were also thrilled to provide:
Mental Health First Aiders available to support

Car leasing via salary sacrifice (for permanent colleagues subject to conditions)

Funded training, qualifications & apprenticeships

3 paid volunteering days in the local communities

Peer-recognition rewards platform

Paid professional subscription (one per year)

Our Commitment
We are committed to creating an inclusive workforce, by reflecting and representing the diversity of the communities we serve. We would like to encourage applications from disadvantaged socio-economic backgrounds; people who identify as disabled, neurodiverse, members of the LGBTQ+ community and people from underrepresented groups.
Accessibility and Adjustments
We are committed to providing reasonable adjustments throughout our recruitment process and well always endeavour to be as accommodating as possible. Please let us know in advance of any suitable arrangements required.
Due to the nature of some of our roles involving work with vulnerable members of society, this post may be subject to a basic or enhanced Criminal Disclosure, which will be carried out when a conditional offer is made.
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Closing Date: 31/08/2026
We reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier than the closing date should we find a suitable candidate.