Grounds Maintenance Officer - District Council

Grounds Maintenance Officer - District Council

17.66 per hour - 37 hours per week - 5 Month Initial Contract (potentially extending with a view to go permanent)

Location - Oxted - Surrey

Hybrid working: 4 days on-site, 1 day from home (with greater flexibility once established)

Alecto Recruitment is currently seeking an Open Space / Grounds Maintenance Officer to join one of our clients, a local District Council and on an initial 5/6 month contract, with a view to be extended and potentially go permenant.

Role Overview:

As an Open Space / Grounds Maintenance Officer, you will play a key role in maintaining and enhancing the district's parks, playgrounds, allotments, and cemetery grounds. You'll ensure these public spaces are safe, attractive, and well-maintained for residents and visitors, supporting the council's commitment to high-quality outdoor environments.

• Oversee and monitor the performance of contractors delivering grounds maintenance services.
• Review and approve event applications for council-owned land.
• Audit, review, and report on playground inspections and related works
• Collaborate with internal teams and external contractors to address issues promptly
• Provide professional input to ensure safe, attractive, and well-maintained public spaces.

What we are looking for:

• Background in local authority, client-side, or public realm contract management.
• Strong knowledge of grounds maintenance operations and health & safety requirements.
• Confident in reviewing inspection reports and event applications.
• Proactive, hands-on approach to service delivery and quality assurance.

To apply for this role, please forward your CV to Mike Prew at Alecto Recruitment or give us a call in strict confidence.

We thank all applicants who respond, but only those shortlisted will be contacted. INDG