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Ground Maintenance Operative

Job Title:                             Ground Maintenance Operative

Reports To:                        Facilities Soft Services Supervisor

Team:                                 Facilities

Contract:                             Permanent

Closing Date:                      7th January 2026

 

GROUND MAINTENANCE OPERATIVE – SCOTTISH EVENT CAMPUS

Comprising the SEC Centre, SEC Armadillo and the OVO Hydro, the Scottish Event Campus (SEC) is Scotland's premier venue for events, gigs, conferences, and exhibitions. We enjoy an enviable reputation as one of Europe’s most prestigious venues with the OVO Hydro consistently ranked in the top 3 busiest venues in the world, attracting over 2 million visitors per year.

 

As a Ground Maintenance Operative, you will be responsible for working as part of the Facilities Team to help deliver the following:

 

  • Support continuous improvement and maintain the ground’s property in a clean, neat and orderly condition.
  • To carry out all necessary tasks associated with the upkeep of the grounds including and not limited to mowing, edging, trimming, pruning watering plants, maintain the bee hives and support on the upkeep of the Green Bank.
  • Ensure all equipment is maintained, pat tested and asset control documentation maintained in accordance with Health and Safety.
  • Ensure the removal of litter and rubbish in certain defined areas, liaise with the Facilities Soft Services Supervisor & cleaning partner.
  • During the winter season, ensuring that footpaths and parking areas are safe for customers and visitors to the SEC - may require further spreading of grit during the day or late afternoon.
  • Liaise with the helpdesk to resolve any soft services issues quickly and effectively, including completing tasks and jobs as appropriate.
  • Support colleagues across the Facilities Team to ensure the delivery of a service quality that enhances the client and customer experience and exceeds expectations.
  • Assist in monitoring and managing suppliers (e.g., waste management, pest control) to ensure they meet and exceed agreed SLAs.

 

Key attributes:

Our ideal candidate is a motivated, reliable and professional individual who takes pride in their work and is committed to excellence. They are a strong communicator and a natural team player, with a proactive attitude and the ability to adapt to changing priorities within a busy environment.

 

  • Proficient with operating groundskeeping equipment such as powers mowers ride on equipment and forklift.
  • Certificate or licences to be able to use heavy duty machinery.
  • Valid Driving License.
  • Educated to a minimum of NVQ level 4 or equivalent.
  • Knowledge of Health & Safety legislation including COSHH.
  • Minimum of 5 years’ experience working in similar environment or in a commercial environment.

If this sounds like a role suitable for you, please send your CV and covering letter, outlining your skills and experience to peopleteam@sec.co.uk

 

For the full job description, please click here. 

 

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