Job Description:
Exciting Career Opportunity at Citizen!\n\nAre you a driven professional seeking to make an impact in Grounds Maintenance?\n\nWith over fifty years of experience, we have grown to be one of the UK’s most trusted social housing providers, Citizen owns and manages 30,000 homes for diverse communities across the West Midlands, from urban tower blocks to rural villages and towns. Find out more about the work we do here: Citizen\n\nPosition: Grounds Maintenance Operative - Gardener\n\nSalary: £25,893 per annum\n\nLocation: Birmingham, B37 7YN\n\nBasis: Permanent, 37 hours per week, Monday to Thursday 7:30 to 15:30 and Friday 7:30 to 15:00\n\nYou must be able to drive a manual company vehicle as part of your role.\n\nKey Responsibilities:\n\nTake pride in delivering high-quality grass cutting across our estates and communal areas. Using a range of modern tools and equipment, you’ll ensure every lawn is left looking neat, tidy and well cared for.\nYou’ll be responsible for the safe removal and disposal of green waste, helping us keep all sites clean, tidy and environmentally compliant.\nFrom hedge and bush reduction to careful shaping and trimming, you’ll play a key part in keeping our landscapes healthy, attractive and well-maintained all year round.\nUse strimmers and other powered tools to give borders, edges and hard-to-reach spots a crisp, polished finish — ensuring every area looks its best.\nYou’ll carry out effective weed control using approved methods, helping keep estates presentable and supporting long-term landscape health.\nTake ownership of shrub pruning, maintenance and seasonal planting, contributing to colourful, vibrant and welcoming outdoor spaces.\nPlay an important role in maintaining safe and attractive estates through regular litter picking and general site tidying.\nSupport the upkeep of paved and slabbed areas with light repairs, sweeping, weed treatment and general maintenance to ensure they remain safe and well-presented.\n\nWe would be really excited if you have (Desirable):\n\nPA1 & PA6 spraying licence\nBanksman training\nLicence to drive a trailer\n\nManager’s Quote:\n\nYou’ll work as part of a team to deliver grounds maintenance using equipment such as ride-on mowers, pedestrian mowers, hedge cutters, strimmers, and blowers. Each estate has a set plan to help ensure high standards across all areas\n\nWhat We Offer:\n\nInnovative Environment: Be part of a forward-thinking organization that values creativity and innovation.\nProfessional Growth: Opportunities for continuous learning and career advancement.\nCollaborative Culture: Work alongside a team of dedicated professionals who support and inspire each other.\n\nBenefits:\n\nAnnual Leave: Annual leave starts at 26 days per year plus bank holidays\nAnnual leave purchase scheme – option to buy up to an additional 5 days per year\nEnhanced family leave (maternity, paternity and adoption)\nOrganisational sick pay\nGenerous Pension Scheme – The option to contribute 4%, 6% or up to 10% which Citizen will match\nCompetitive Salary: We offer a competitive compensation package.\nHealth and Wellness: Comprehensive health insurance and wellness programs.\nWork-Life Balance: Flexible working hours and generous leave policies.\nEmployee Development: Access to training programs and career development resources.\n\nFind out more here: Citizen | Benefits\n\nCompany Culture: \n\nWe will be an employer of choice and invest in our people\n\nTo deliver the best services for our customers we need employees who are passionate, committed and engaged. We will create a culture where every individual feels comfortable and confident to be themselves and the wellbeing of our employees is a priority. Our team is passionate about making a positive impact and driving innovation in our Maintenance Operations.\n\nWe will attract and retain the best and brightest professionals, support them to achieve their potential, and reward and recognise them for the fantastic work they do.\n\nWe will work together as one team and embrace our Citizen values.\n\nStay Connected: Follow us on Profile / X, Citizen | Facebook and Instragram - Citizen to stay updated on our latest news and opportunities.\n\nThis post is subject to a Basic DBS check (Disclosure and Barring Service).\n\nClosing date: 25th May 2026\n\nInterview date: to be confirmed based on availability\n\nWe welcome applications from all backgrounds and can make reasonable adjustments to support you through the process\n\nPlease note we will be reviewing applications throughout the campaign and may invite candidates to interview at any time. We reserve the right to close this role earlier than the published closing date should a suitable candidate be identified.
