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Job Title: Experienced Grounds Maintenance Operative
Location: Canvey Island ( Various sites across Essex, Kent, and London)
Employment Type: Full-Time
Salary: Competitive (based on experience)
Job Overview:
We are currently recruiting for a skilled Grounds Maintenance Operative to join our client's established team. The successful candidate will bring at least 5 years of experience in commercial grounds maintenance and soft landscaping. This role requires travel across Essex, Kent, and London, ensuring that all outdoor spaces are safe, tidy, and visually appealing throughout the year.
Key Responsibilities:
Carry out routine grounds maintenance duties to a high standard, including:
Mowing, strimming, hedge cutting, pruning
Planting, de-weeding, and litter picking
Operate and maintain commercial landscaping equipment safely and efficiently
Support landscaping and planting projects as needed
Demonstrate strong knowledge of various shrub and plant species
Collaborate effectively with team members to plan and deliver projects
Communicate clearly with colleagues and management
Work independently or as part of a team with minimal supervision
Apply herbicides and pesticides in compliance with regulations (PA1/PA6 desirable)
Represent the company professionally on-site and when interacting with the public
Requirements:
Proven experience in commercial grounds maintenance or soft landscaping
Proficient with landscaping tools, equipment, and techniques
Full UK driving licence (essential)
Physically fit and comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions
Reliable, self-motivated, and detail-oriented
Strong understanding of health and safety protocols
Desirable Qualifications:
NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Horticulture (or equivalent)
PA1/PA6 Pesticide Spraying Certificates
Trailer towing licence (B+E category)
What We Offer:
Competitive salary based on experience
Use of a commercial vehicle and fuel card during working hours
Opportunities for ongoing training and career development
Availability of overtime and additional work
If you're a proactive and experienced individual with a passion for maintaining and improving green spaces, we'd love to hear from you
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