Estates Assistant

Estates Assistant

Contract: Temporary, 3 months initially - Possible permanent position
Hours: Full-time, 35 hours per week 8am - 4pm
Hourly rate: 14.15ph
Location: Devizes, Wiltshire - Driving licence & own vehicle is required

Start Date: Asap

We are working with a well-established social housing provider who is looking to appoint an Estate Assistant on a temporary basis, with the potential for the role to become permanent. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with grounds maintenance experience who takes pride in delivering high-quality services and enjoys working within a community-focused environment.

The Role
As an Estate Assistant, you will be responsible for delivering a high-quality, cost-effective cleaning, grounds, and garden service across residential estates. You will ensure all work is carried out in line with agreed standards, specifications, and timescales, while building positive relationships with customers, colleagues, and contractors to enhance the overall appearance and upkeep of the estates.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver grounds maintenance, cleaning, and gardening services to a high standard and within set timescales
• Represent the organisation on-site, liaising with customers, contractors, and colleagues
• Report issues such as responsive repairs, fly tipping, graffiti, and safeguarding concerns
• Gather and record customer feedback to support service improvements
• Ensure company vehicles are clean, well-maintained, and compliant with safety standards
• Safely operate, store, and maintain equipment in line with Health & Safety, COSHH, and PPE requirements
• Accurately record work carried out, inspections, and associated costs
• Support the training and development of apprentices
• Identify safeguarding concerns and follow the appropriate reporting procedures

Essential Experience & Skills

• Proven experience in grounds maintenance across a variety of sites
• Knowledge of lawn care, shrubs, and plant maintenance
• Strong commitment to delivering excellent customer service
• Ability to carry out physically demanding tasks safely
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• Experience using grounds maintenance equipment safely and effectively
• Good understanding of Health & Safety legislation, including COSHH and PPE

Essential Criteria:

• Full UK driving licence with access to own vehicle

For more information about the role, please contact Richard Coombs on (phone number removed) and email a copy of your CV.