Would you like to earn some extra money during the summer months? Then you can work in green-space maintenance as a seasonal worker! As a grounds maintenance worker, you will be responsible for maintaining...
Medewerker groenvoorziening (vakantiewerk) in Utrecht is most relevant for students who want Full Time and a commute that fits campus life around Utrecht University and HU.
- Location
- Not Specified, Utrecht, Utrecht
- Pay
- Not listed
- Hours
- Full Time
- Language
- Dutch may be required
- Posted
- 14 Aug 2026
- Open until
- Not listed
Job details
Green maintenance worker (holiday job)What will you do?
Would you like to earn some extra money during the summer months? Then you can work as a holiday worker in green maintenance!
You will be responsible for maintaining the greenery as a green maintenance worker. You and your colleagues will maintain the flower beds, parks and green strips. You work together in a small team and will carry out the following activities:
- Blowing leaves;
- Planting;
- Hoeing;
- Pruning.
As a holiday worker, you preferably are available for several consecutive weeks for at least 32 hours per week. You are available during your holiday, in the period between May and August. Working hours are from 07.00 - 16.00 from Monday through Friday. It would be great if you have a category B driving licence. Working in green maintenance is suitable for both men and women.
What do we require?
- Experience in green maintenance is not required;
- Living in the Utrecht region;
- As the work is physically demanding, you are, for example, strong enough to lift heavy branches;
- Flexible and motivated attitude;
- Available at least 4 days per week;
- Available in May, June, July and August for at least 3 consecutive weeks;
- Preferably hold a category B driving licence.
What do we offer?
- Salary of at least €2.600 - €2.740 per month, based on adult wage and a 40-hour working week;
- Temporary travel expenses allowance of € 0,25 per kilometre;
- Your wages paid into your account every week;
- Earn extra money for several weeks;
- Work outdoors in the wonderful summer weather.
Where will you work?
Your new employer is involved in green maintenance and outdoor landscaping for the municipality of Utrecht, such as parks, flower beds and all other greenery. This is maintained daily by a team of motivated people, which you will join as a green maintenance worker.
This is how it works with us
Groene Hart Service Personeelsdiensten handles the recruitment, selection and employment arrangement with the company where you will work. If you work at GHS, you can count on honesty and reliability. You receive your salary and payslip weekly and can contact our planners 24/7 if you have questions. We regularly evaluate your work with you, with development also playing an important role! Salary specification€ 2.600 - € 2.740 per month
Good to know before applying
Medewerker groenvoorziening (vakantiewerk) at Groene Hart Service Detachering BV can be compared with other trades & services roles around Utrecht Central, Janskerkhof, Utrecht Science Park and the city centre. Students near Utrecht University and HU should weigh commute time, evening or weekend availability, and whether shifts fit exam periods.
- This role may require Dutch, so applicants should check the language expectations before applying.
- The listed pay starts around EUR 2600 to EUR 2740 per month.
- For international students, make sure BSN, housing registration and work eligibility are clear before payroll starts.