Groundsperson Assistant
Be part of something greater.
- Job reference: SDX/TP/1300019/162459
- Location: Bacton
- Job type: Full Time - 37.5 hours per week
- Salary: £14.21 per hour plus Sodexo Benefits
- Closing date: 13 October 2026
About the role
Groundsperson Assistant
Shell UK Bacton Gas Terminal, Paston Road, Bacton, NR12 0JE
- Pay: £14.21 per hour
- Hours: 37.5 hours per week
- Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am – 4:30pm
- Full UK driving licence required
About the Role
The Sodexo team at Shell Bacton is looking for a reliable and hardworking Groundsperson Assistant to join our Grounds Maintenance and Facilities Management team.
This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys working outdoors and takes pride in maintaining safe, clean and attractive grounds. You will work as part of a friendly Facilities Management team, helping to ensure the site is maintained to a high standard.
Previous grounds maintenance experience is desirable, but full training can be provided for the right candidate.
What You’ll Do
Your duties will include:
- Carrying out general grounds maintenance and horticultural tasks across the site.
- Grass cutting, edge trimming and general pruning.
- Watering plants, flower beds and containers.
- Collecting and removing waste generated through grounds maintenance activities.
- Emptying and removing rubbish from waste bins.
- Carrying out routine checks and preventative maintenance on grounds maintenance machinery and equipment.
- Assisting the Handyman and Cleaning teams when required.
- Following all company Health & Safety procedures and safe working practices.
- Reporting any hazards, unsafe procedures or concerns to your Line Manager.
- Providing a professional and customer-focused service at all times.
- Completing all required company paperwork and records on a daily, weekly and monthly basis.
- Working as part of the wider Facilities Management team.
- Undertaking reasonable overtime when required.
What You’ll Bring
We are looking for someone who is:
- Reliable, hardworking and enthusiastic.
- Comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions.
- Customer-focused with a positive attitude.
- Able to work effectively as part of a team.
- Ideally experienced in grounds maintenance or horticultural work.
- Knowledgeable about Health & Safety requirements.
- Willing to undertake training and develop new skills.
- Able to follow instructions and work safely and responsibly.
- In possession of a full UK driving licence.
- LANTRA training and Level 2 Application of Pesticides certification are desirable, but not essential. Training can be provided.
Why Sodexo?
Working with Sodexo is more than a job — it's an opportunity to be part of something greater.
Belong – Be part of a company and team that values you for who you are.
Act – Work with purpose and make a positive impact through your everyday actions.
Thrive – Develop your skills, achieve your goals and grow throughout your career.
We also offer a range of benefits and rewards for our colleagues and their families, including:
- Unlimited access to an online platform offering wellbeing support.
- An extensive Employee Assistance Programme, including legal and financial advice and support with work or personal issues affecting your wellbeing.
- Access to a 24-hour virtual GP service.
- Sodexo Discounts Scheme, offering great deals 24/7 across popular major retailers.
- Pension Plan to help you save for your future.
- Learning and development opportunities to help you grow and succeed throughout your career with Sodexo.
- Bike to Work Scheme.
- Sodexo UK's enhanced benefits and leave policies.
Ready to Be Part of Something Greater?
If you're looking for a hands-on role where you can work outdoors, develop your skills and become part of a supportive Facilities Management team, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today to join the Sodexo team at Shell Bacton
Sodexo reserves the right to close this advert early if we receive a high number of applications.
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Pension Plan
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Wellbeing support
Unlimited access to online support for your mental health, 24/7. -
Generous leave
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Virtual GP
24-hour access to video or phone consultations for you and your family.
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
At our company, we believe in fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone has the opportunity to thrive. Roles at Sodexo are designed to empower individuals from all backgrounds. We are committed to creating an environment that values equity and supports the growth of all employees, ensuring that everyone can contribute to and benefit from our collective success.
Social Impact
Ever since we started, we’ve had a clear purpose – to do some good in our communities through helping people. Today, that purpose is still a huge part of who we are. And every one of our colleagues helps that happen.
We’re committed to volunteering our time, resources, skills and knowledge – more than 50% of colleagues contribute to thousands of volunteer hours every year. And our Charitable Foundation has now donated over £9 million to charities and good causes across the country.
Bacton, United Kingdom, NR12 0JE
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