Job Title: Grass Cutting
Location: Tyne and Wear
Job Type: Temporary
Positions: 10 (9 open)
Rate: £12.26 per hour
Start Date: 17 May 2026
End Date: 4 September 2026
Working Hours: 37 per week
Working Pattern: Monday-Thursday 07:30-16:00, Friday 07:30-12:30
 
Job Purpose
To maintain clean, safe, and well-kept grassed areas across the borough by delivering high-quality grounds maintenance services.
 
Key Responsibilities

Grass cutting using pedestrian and ride-on mowers
Edging grass verges and maintaining neat boundaries
Litter picking, sweeping, and leaf clearance
Removal of fly-tipping and bonfire waste
Use of handheld tools such as strimmers and blowers
Basic vehicle checks, cleaning, and maintenance Key Skills & Experience

Experience in grounds maintenance or grass cutting operations
Understanding of health & safety and risk assessments
Ability to operate mowing and handheld equipment safely
Good teamwork and willingness to work outdoors in all weather  
 
Equality, Safeguarding & Responsibilities
We are committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion. All employees share responsibility for safeguarding and supporting vulnerable individuals as part of our corporate parenting duties.
 
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