Estate Operative(s)
Estate Operative(s)
Salary: WT Grade 3 £28,244.15
Location:Glasgow
Hours:35 per week
Closing Date:4 May 2026 17:00
At WSHA, we pride ourselves on being more than just a landlord. With over 60 years of history and more than 4,500 homes across the West of Scotland, our mission is to listen, adapt, and improve the lives of our customers.
Our values - respect, inclusive, integrity, improvement and support - guide everything we do.
We’re also proud of our people:
- 84% of staff say WSHA is a great place to work
- 40 days annual leave, plus hybrid flexibility
- Investors in People Gold accreditation, reflecting our dedication to wellbeing
- Free access to a comprehensive Employee Support Service
- Healthcare plan for you and your family
- Cycle to work scheme and secure bike storage
- Free flu jags and annual health checks
Reporting to the Estates Officer, you will join a new 18-month pilot Estates Team delivering estate services, initially across Glasgow. As part of a team of operatives, you will carry out practical environmental tasks including bulk uplifts, graffiti removal, litter picking and small‑scale grounds maintenance such as grass cutting. This is the first time WSHA has brought these services in‑house and the pilot period will be reviewed on completion. You will play a key role in maintaining clean, safe and attractive neighbourhoods while helping shape the future delivery of estate services. As a pilot service, the Estates Team will evolve over time and the duties and priorities of the role may change within the scope and level of the post.
PPE, uniforms and all necessary equipment will be provided. You will also receive full training, including health and safety, systems and task‑specific training, to support you in delivering a high-quality service.
You will play a key role in:
- Carrying out bulk uplift and clearance of waste from communal areas and estates
- Undertaking litter picking and general environmental clean ups, including dog fouling.
- Removal of graffiti using approved methods and materials
- Carrying out small scale grounds maintenance tasks (e.g. grass cutting, hedge trimming, basic tidy ups)
- Loading, transport and disposal of waste directly at licensed facilities in line with duty of care requirements
About You
- Ability to carry out physically demanding tasks safely, including lifting and manual handling, in line with health and safety requirements.
- IT skills, including the ability to use a smartphone or tablet to complete work tasks.
- Good communication skills and the ability to interact with customers in a positive, respectful and professional manner.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Experience of practical outdoor work, such as environmental services, grounds maintenance, labouring, or similar physically active roles.
- Comfortable working outdoors throughout the year and in varying weather conditions
Inclusive Employer
We welcome applications from all sections of the community and particularly encourage candidates from disabled, Black, Asian and minority ethnic backgrounds. We are a Disability Confident organisation and guarantee an interview to disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria.
Please note that this vacancy may close early should we receive a high volume of applications.
We would be looking for successful candidates to start the role on Monday 29 th June 2026.
If you would like to have an informal chat about the role with the Estates Officer, please email hr@westscot.co.uk to arrange.
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