Grounds Maintenance Operative
Amey
Maintain parks, open spaces, and highway verges in Sheffield.
4 days ago ago
Intermediate (4-7 years), Junior (1-3 years), Expert & Leadership (13+ years), Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
Sheffield, England, United Kingdom
Field
Company Size
11,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Engineering
Consulting
Project Management
Design
Technical Services
Construction
Infrastructure
Transportation
Sector Specialisms
Infrastructure
Transport
Utilities
Government
Defence
Justice
Education
Health
Role
What you would be doing
grass cutting
mowing
hedge trimming
vehicle checks
machinery operation
park maintenance
- Tasks include grass cutting, ride-on mowing, hedge trimming, leaf and litter clearing, bowling green maintenance, pruning, seeding, and setting up sports pitches.
- Conduct checks on vehicles, tractors, and cutting equipment.
- Operate light machinery and power tools.
- You will maintain parks, open spaces, and highway verges in Sheffield.
What you bring
ride‑on mowers
tractors
horticulture
turf maintenance
driving licence
grounds maintenance
- Experience in operating ride on mowers, light plant and equipment and wheeled tractors
- Experience of horticulture operations including fine turf maintenance bowling greens, planting, pruning and seeding
- Full driving licence
- Basic knowledge of gardening and horticulture operations General experience of grounds maintenance type duties
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Company
Overview
1921
Founded Year
The company was established as a quarry operator, marking the beginning of its long journey.
£1.4 billion
Annual Revenue
Generating significant revenue, the company solidified its position among the UK's leading infrastructure firms.
- Headquartered in London, delivers full lifecycle solutions across roads, rail, facilities, and utilities.
- Blends data-driven consulting with large-scale delivery, advising on analytics, asset condition, and digital platforms.
- Typical projects include major highway improvements, railway electrification, signalling renewals, complex facilities upkeep, and public-sector estate upgrades.
- Consulting arm advises on strategic asset management for clients like Network Rail and MTA’s Long Island Rail Road, with operations in North America and Australia.
- A standout example is a Birmingham highways turnaround, demonstrating ability to navigate challenges for resilient, long-term infrastructure outcomes.
- From restoring historic bridges to optimizing EV charging networks in Manchester via bespoke data models, brings creativity and engineering rigour to projects.
- Uphold the highest standards of governance – embracing Wates Corporate Governance Principles
- Be a leading example of an ethical business – every decision underpinned by the Amey Code
- Manage and mitigate risks – proactive assessment and mitigation of ESG and climate‑change risks
- Champion transparency and partnership – public reporting and benchmarking of ESG performance
80% Reduction
Net Zero Targets
Achieves an 80% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2035, with full Scope 3 neutrality by 2040.
52.8% Cut
Scope 1 & 2 Reduction
Reduces Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 52.8% by 2030, validated by the Science Based Targets Initiative (SBTi).
100% Renewable
Energy Procurement
Completely transitions to renewable energy sources for its operations.
- Carbon footprint (2019–2021) verified to ISO 14064‑1 by BSI
- PAS 2080 applied on all projects >£1 m; accredited to PAS 2060 carbon neutrality and ISO 14001
- Four sustainability pillars: decarbonisation, nature‑positive work, infrastructure resilience, internal emissions control
- Launched AI/data‑driven Net Zero mapping service in built environment, integrating biodiversity and energy efficiency
- Environmental Practitioner Degree Apprenticeship programme with IEMA‑accredited degrees
- Partnered with Green Careers Hub to promote green‑career pathways
- Investing in health, wellbeing and inclusion as key ESG ‘Social’ pillars
- Creating employment and upskilling opportunities for youth and those facing barriers
- Collaborating with SMEs and social enterprises to diversify supply‑chain opportunities
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