Permanent

Trainee Grounds Maintenance Operative

Manpower UK

Grangemouth, Falkirk, FK3 8JD

£12.71 - £13 per hour

Posted: 16 July 2026 (Yesterday)

Closing date: 14 August 2026

Ref: BBBH443506

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About the Role

As a Trainee Grounds Maintenance Operative based in Grangemouth, you will support the delivery of construction and maintenance projects within a local petrochemical plant. This permanent role offers a salary between £12.71 and £13.00 per hour, with working hours from Monday to Thursday 07:30 to 16:30, and Friday 07:30 to 13:30. Key duties include excavating and reinstating trenches, installing drainage systems and ducting, laying sub-base materials, and constructing concrete foundations. Applicants should possess skills in groundwork tasks such as backfilling, compacting aggregates, and repairing kerbs. This position provides hands-on training to develop your capabilities in civil engineering activities while working safely and efficiently to required quality standards.

Customer Description
Job Title: Trainee Grounds Maintenance Operatives
Location: Grangemouth
Salary: £12.71 to £13.00
Contract type: Permanent
Working hours: Monday - Thursday 07.30 - 16:30, Friday 07.30 - 13.30
About the role
We are looking for experienced Groundworkers to join our growing team to carry out a wide range of civil engineering and groundworks activities safely, efficiently, and to the required quality standards. The role involves supporting the delivery of construction and maintenance projects within the Grangemouth petrochemical plant.
Requirements

Excavate, backfill, and reinstate trenches and excavations.
Install/repair drainage systems, ducting, chambers and kerbs.
Lay and compact sub-base, aggregates, and surfacing materials.
Construct concrete foundations, slabs, bases, and structural elements.
Carry out various small civil maintenance repairs
Assist with formwork, reinforcement placement, and concrete pours.
Maintain safe working areas with good housekeeping standards.
Carry out manual handling tasks in accordance with safe working practices.
Support emergency and reactive maintenance works when required.

Why join us£
As the UK''s leading grounds maintenance and landscape creation provider, no two projects are ever the same - and neither are our people. That''s why we''re committed to nurturing a diverse and inclusive culture where everyone can thrive.
What we offer

Career development: We offer career advancement and development opportunities through our bespoke apprenticeship programmes, our extensive in-house training academy, and coaching and mentorship.
Collaborative team environment: Join a diverse and inclusive workplace where you can collaborate with passionate and talented individuals.
Meaningful impact: Contribute to projects that make a real difference in the community and environment.
Competitive benefits package: We recognise and reward your hard work with our wide-ranging benefits package designed to prioritise your well-being, support life choices, and help in both good and challenging times.

Benefits

Annual leave: 21 days holiday plus bank holidays.
Full Work wear provided
Family-friendly policies: Enhanced maternity and shared parental leave.
Employee Assistance Programmes: Support for personal and professional challenges.
Voluntary benefits: Discounts on retail, holidays, gym memberships, and more.
Financial well-being support: Resources to manage your finances.
Recognition schemes: Colleague of the month and annual awards.
Volunteering policy: Two days per year to support a cause of your choice.
Mental health support: Comprehensive resources and support.

About our client
They are Europe''s largest provider of grounds maintenance services and landscape creation, in the UK alone they are a community of over 3,000 passionate colleagues shaping the future of the green industry.
Our Client understands what it means to grow and their history dates back to 1919, and today, with a turnover of £250 million, we''re more than just a company - we''re a force for positive change. They offer a range of services to create, maintain, and manage landscapes acro

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