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.

Groundsperson (Temporary Contract)

Location: Vincent Square, London
Contract: Temporary – Full Time (40 hours per week)

Start Date: October 2025

About the Role

Our client is seeking a temporary Groundsperson to join their dedicated team maintaining a prestigious 10-acre playing field at Vincent Square — the largest square in Central London.

The site features cricket and football pitches, tennis courts (both tarmac and artificial grass), and an activity area used by younger pupils. Under the supervision of the Head Groundsperson, you will help ensure that all playing surfaces and surrounding areas are maintained to the highest standards.

This is a hands-on, rewarding role for someone who enjoys outdoor work, has strong attention to detail, and takes pride in creating safe, high-quality sports and recreation spaces.

Key Responsibilities

As part of the grounds team, your duties will include:

• Performing general grounds maintenance: mowing, strimming, hedge trimming, and weeding.

• Marking and overmarking sports areas such as football pitches, cricket squares, and athletics tracks.

• Maintaining both natural and artificial playing surfaces.

• Carrying out horticultural tasks including ground preparation, turfing, seeding, and pruning.

• Setting up and dismantling sports equipment, ensuring it is maintained to a high standard.

• Liaising with staff and external users to ensure sports areas are ready for use.

• Assisting with seasonal tasks such as leaf clearance, snow removal, and surface treatment.

• Reporting maintenance and safety issues promptly.

• Operating and maintaining grounds machinery and tools safely.

• Ensuring compliance with all Health & Safety regulations and site procedures.

About You

You’ll be a proactive and hardworking individual with:

• Experience in grounds maintenance, ideally in a school, sports, or estate setting.

• Knowledge of turf care, horticultural techniques, and safe machinery operation.

• A positive, team-oriented attitude with excellent attention to detail.

• Flexibility to work occasional Saturdays on a rota basis.

A relevant qualification in horticulture or groundskeeping (e.g., NVQ Level 2) and PA1/PA6 spraying certification would be advantageous but not essential.

Hours of Work

• Monday to Friday: 07:30 – 16:00

• Saturdays: On rotation (approx. 13 per year)

• Additional hours may be available and paid at the standard overtime rate.

Why Work with Our Client?

• Work in a historic and prestigious Central London location.

• Be part of a welcoming, professional, and supportive team.

• Gain valuable experience maintaining premium sports and recreational grounds.

• Enjoy free on-site lunches and access to staff facilities.

Equal Opportunities & Safeguarding

Our client is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all backgrounds.
They are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All applicants must be willing to undergo appropriate child protection screening, including DBS checks and reference verification.

Are you an enthusiastic and reliable Community Ranger local to Heathrow  looking for permanent job (40 hours per week) & want a great working environment? We are looking for dynamic people to maintain to organise and motivate various sites, ensuring all grounds maintenance services are delivered to a high standard which meets customer expectations.

Job Description 

Heathrow Community Ranger 

This is a full-time position working a 40 hour week 

This is a community-based role mainly working in conjunction with local councils, schools, parishes and residents to enhance and improve the local environment. 

Duties to include but not limited to: 

• Watering of garden beds, planters, window boxes etc., as required 
• Weeding, pruning, cutting back of under-growth etc., to required standards 
• Assisting with the grass cutting either by mowing or strimming 
• Replacing plants and establishing new planting areas 
• Maintenance such as repainting and repairs to surrounding infrastructure i.e. fencing, signage, planter , boxes,litter bins
• Construction of community sheds, planters and fences
• concreting ie shed bases, fence posts and planters
•  Decorating and painting of indoor communal areas
• Landscape design
• Planning and preparing of community days and events
• Litter picking to include the emptying and cleaning of litter bins as required to compliment the services provided by the local authorities
• The Reporting of litter hotspots, specific companies (HGV's, delivery drivers) who are seen to be contributing to the dumping of litter, graffiti, fly posters, vandalism and public/ third party feedback to your Supervisor/ agreed contact
• Liaison with drivers of taxis and private hire vehicles found parked-up with idling engines whilst awaiting fees from Heathrow Airport. Advising them to move-on and directing them to AVA
• to operate all machinery and vehicles as required by the demands of the job, if trained/qualified to do
• Adhere to all Company Policies and Procedures of which you will be made aware.
• to ensure that all relevant paperwork is complete and processed to deadlines. To include, but not limited to timesheets, daily work sheets, machinery/ vehicle daily check sheets
• Carry out any additional works deemed necessary by the Company to fulfil contractual obligations
• Ensure the appropriate upkeep, as per Company Policies, of company premises, vehicles, machinery, tools and PPE.
• To undertake job-related training where required, to assist with the needs of the business as well as your own personal development.
• To have the responsibility of driving a company van for the transportation of colleagues and other work- associated duties 

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🌿 Nursery Person / Horticultural Specialist

Do you have a passion for plants and a drive to see them thrive?
We’re looking for a dedicated Nursery Person / Horticultural Specialist to join our busy production nursery and cash & carry. This is a hands-on role where you’ll be involved in every stage of plant care—from arrival and maintenance to display and despatch—ensuring our customers receive healthy, high-quality plants every time.

What you’ll be doing:

• Caring for plant stock: watering, feeding, pruning, and maintaining health and vitality.

• Preparing, picking, and packing plants for customer orders with accuracy and pride.

• Supporting all areas of nursery production, including setting down arrivals and maintaining displays.

• Monitoring crops for pests, diseases, and irrigation needs—acting promptly to keep plants in top condition.

• Following OH&S, plant health, and nursery protocols to maintain biosecurity and high standards.

• Working collaboratively with colleagues to keep nursery systems efficient, safe, and customer-focused.

What we’re looking for:

• Horticultural knowledge (or a strong enthusiasm to develop it).

• Enjoyment of practical, outdoor work in a fast-paced environment.

• A reliable team player with excellent attention to detail.

• Willingness to keep learning and building skills.

• A commitment to plant health, safety, and quality.

What we offer:

• A varied, rewarding role where no two days are the same.

• The chance to develop your horticultural career in a supportive team.

• Competitive salary: £25,000 – £30,200 depending on experience.

🌱 This is more than just a nursery role—it’s an opportunity to nurture your career while helping us deliver outstanding plants to customers.

🌱 Team Leader – Horticulture

Do you have the passion and leadership to help plants – and people – thrive?

We’re looking for a Team Leader to play a key role in the day-to-day running of our busy production nursery. This is a hands-on opportunity to combine your horticultural knowledge with the chance to inspire and guide a team—ensuring our crops are grown to the highest standards and our customers receive plants of outstanding quality.

What you’ll be doing:

• Leading and motivating your team across a variety of nursery tasks – from feeding and maintenance through to picking, packing, and despatch.

• Monitoring crop health and acting quickly on issues such as pests, diseases, and irrigation needs.

• Working alongside managers to plan production areas and keep operations running smoothly.

• Promoting and enforcing safe working practices in line with OH&S standards and nursery protocols.

• Upholding plant health and biosecurity measures to protect stock, customers, and reputation.

• Supporting colleagues to develop their skills and fostering a culture of quality, care, and collaboration.

What we’re looking for:

• Proven supervisory or leadership experience (horticultural experience is highly desirable).

• Strong organisational skills with attention to detail.

• A motivated, approachable leader who can nurture both plants and people.

• A commitment to quality, safety, plant health, and excellent customer service.

Why join us?

This is more than just a leadership role—it’s an opportunity to:

• Guide a dedicated team and make a real impact.

• Grow your own skills in horticulture and team management.

• Play a central part in the smooth running of a nursery that thrives on collaboration, high standards, plant health, and international trade.

Skilled Hard Landscaper – Devon

Are you a passionate and dependable Hard Landscaper based in Devon, looking for a rewarding role in a supportive and dynamic work environment? We’re seeking motivated and experienced individuals to manage and inspire teams across multiple sites, ensuring the delivery of high-quality hard landscaping and groundworks that exceed client expectations.

About the Company:
Our client is a leading name in the landscaping industry, with expertise across both hard and soft landscaping. As part of their continued growth, they are now looking to recruit a Skilled Hard Landscaper to join their expanding team.

Role Responsibilities:
As a Skilled Hard Landscaper, you will be expected to take initiative and coordinate resources effectively to deliver high-standard projects. Key duties include:

• Setting levels and site excavation

• Groundwork preparation and base/foundation construction

• Laying paving slabs, block paving, and stone setts

• Building walls using brick, dry stone, stone-facing, tier walling, and steps

• Constructing, lining, and dressing water features

Key Requirements:
The ideal candidate will have:

• A strong track record in all aspects of hard landscaping

• A proactive attitude and team-oriented mindset

• Minimum 5 years of experience in the landscaping industry

• Confidence using power tools such as 360° excavators, dumpers, rotovators, grinders, disc cutters, and circular saws

• A valid CSCS card (preferred)

• Experience operating a range of machinery

• Excellent knowledge and application of Health & Safety standards

• A commitment to delivering quality work to meet customer specifications

• A results-driven approach with a focus on exceeding expectations

What’s on Offer:

• Competitive salary (dependent on experience)

• A professional and supportive working environment

• A work-hard, play-hard team culture

• Opportunities for long-term growth and development

Ready to Join?
If you’re ready to take the next step in your landscaping career, we’d love to hear from you.
Please upload your CV to apply.

Job Title: Grounds Maintenance Cemetery Operative
Location: Edmonton Cemetery
Pay Rate: £13.85 per hour
Employment Type: Ongoing

Job Overview

We are looking for a dependable and hardworking Grounds Maintenance Cemetery Operative to join our team at Edmonton Cemetery. This role is essential in ensuring the cemetery is maintained to a high standard, with key responsibilities including grave digging and general groundskeeping, all carried out in line with health and safety regulations.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out manual grave digging and preparation in a safe, respectful, and efficient manner.

• Maintain cemetery grounds through tasks such as lawn mowing, hedge trimming, litter removal, and general landscaping.

• Operate grounds maintenance machinery and tools safely and responsibly.

• Support the installation and maintenance of gravesites and memorials.

• Adhere strictly to health and safety guidelines and company procedures.

• Promptly report any maintenance concerns or safety hazards to supervisors.

• Interact professionally and respectfully with colleagues, funeral directors, and members of the public.

Requirements

• Previous experience in grounds maintenance or similar manual labour roles is desirable.

• Physically fit and capable of carrying out tasks such as digging and operating tools/machinery.

• Solid understanding of health and safety practices, particularly related to grave digging and outdoor maintenance.

• Reliable, with a strong work ethic and keen attention to detail.

• Good communication skills and a cooperative attitude toward teamwork.

Pay & Benefits

• Hourly Rate: £13.85

• Ongoing opportunity with consistent hours and supportive team environment.

PCV / Minibus Driver – East London
£16.86 per hour | 35 hours per week | Friendly Working Environment

Are you a reliable and enthusiastic PCV Driver based in East London? We’re currently hiring drivers to join our team, with a competitive starting rate of £16.86 per hour for 25 hours per week, working in a supportive and welcoming environment.

We are looking for dynamic individuals to provide high-quality transport services across various sites. You will play a key role in ensuring passengers reach local schools, day centres, and leisure centres safely and on time. This position offers the opportunity to work independently, identify areas for improvement, and contribute to the growth of our services.

Key Responsibilities:

• Transporting children and adults to and from designated locations

• Maintaining high service standards and meeting customer expectations

• Ensuring health & safety procedures are followed at all times

Requirements:

• Valid PCV licence with D1 entitlement

• CPC Card and Digital Tachograph

• Valid DBS Certificate

• Aged 25 or over (due to insurance requirements)

• No more than 6 penalty points (minor offences only)

• Previous experience in a similar role

• Strong understanding of Health & Safety practices

• Commitment to delivering excellent customer service

• Experience working to quality standards and service specifications

Ready to join a professional and dedicated team?

Upload your CV now to apply for this exciting opportunity!