Equine and Estate Operative

A minimum of 40 hours per week

(Monday to Friday, with occasional weekend work)

Permanent

About Us

Hartpury University and Hartpury College are among the UK’s leading specialist education providers in agriculture, animal, equine, sport and veterinary nursing. Located in Gloucestershire, Hartpury University and Hartpury College sit side-by-side on a beautiful 360-hectare campus. We provide world-class facilities to more than 4,500 university and college-level students studying undergraduate and postgraduate degrees, A-levels and diplomas, as well as undertaking industry research. The University is rated top 10 in the UK for Teaching Quality (The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2023) and has 97% graduate employability, whilst the College is rated Ofsted Outstanding in all areas.  A passionate and innovative business culture and exceptional support networks make Hartpury an ideal career choice.

Hartpury is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community – a place where we can all be ourselves. We particularly welcome applicants that we are underrepresented in, including those from ethnically diverse backgrounds, LGBTQI+ communities, and those living with disabilities. As part of our commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion we offer a range of inclusive policies, flexible working arrangements and a multi-faith space to support staff from different backgrounds. To find out more about our commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusivity, please click here.

About the Role

• Carry out a wide range of seasonal grounds tasks, including mowing, strimming, hedge cutting, irrigation and repair work.
• Play a key role in preparing and maintaining our equestrian facilities, especially the cross-country course.
• Support the set-up and smooth delivery of major equestrian events, from jump decoration to spectator areas.
• Operate and maintain tractors, mowers and other machinery safely and effectively.
• Work as part of the Grounds and Sports Turf Team to keep our campus safe, attractive, and competition-ready all year round.

About You

• A passion for practical outdoor work and pride in achieving high standards.
• Adaptability and good organisation to meet seasonal demands and event deadlines.
• The ability to work well in a team and independently, using your own initiative.
• Physical fitness and resilience to carry out manual work in all weather conditions.
• Previous experience in grounds care (essential).
• A full UK driving licence (essential).
• Certificates for machinery such as telehandlers, mini diggers or chainsaws.
• An understanding of health, safety and environmental compliance.

We offer a fantastic package of staff benefits including:

• 25 days annual leave entitlement plus bank holidays rising to 30 days with length of service
• Wellbeing support including our Employee Assistance Programme
• Generous pension scheme (LGPS)
• Employee Discounts Scheme
• Onsite fitness facilities
• Support for continuous professional development
• Flexible working opportunities available
• Enhanced maternity, adoption and paternity leave

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.  We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment.  All successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks along with other relevant employment checks. 

For further information and to apply online please click on the Apply Now button or call the number to the right of this advert to request documents by post.

Please note we do not accept CVs.

It is our policy that we do not notify candidates who have been unsuccessful with their application. Therefore if you have not heard from us within four weeks of the closing date, we regret that you have not been successful on this occasion.