Garden Maintenance Foreman

Richmond, UK

Permanent

Full-time

Job ID:

47169

Published date:

08-07-2026

Gardener

Surrey

Permanent

Full-time

Job ID:

45107

Published date:

06-07-2026

Summary

JOB DESCRIPTION

SUMMARY INFORMATION
Job Title:	Gardener Caretaker 1st Class (GC1)
Department:	Operations, UKNA
Contract Type:	Permanent
Job Purpose:	A GC1 is an experienced horticulturist who usually works in a mobile role or at a static site and is responsible for the maintenance of a number of specific plots within a geographical Region. A GC1 carries out gardening maintenance and renovation work to the standards of excellence as set by the Commission, and according to horticultural policies and procedures. This is a practical role, requiring maintenance craft skills to undertake a wide range of duties. These include turf culture, headstone border maintenance and planting, pest control, machinery operation and maintenance, tree care, and the care of ornamental features.
Job Band:	B2
Reports to:	Head Gardener
Direct Reports:	N/A
Other Key Contacts:	Regional Operations Coordinator, Regional Manager Head Gardener/Senior Head Gardener (if applicable) UKNA Technical Supervisor (Hort) UKNA Head Office staff Local authorities, maintenance contractors and suppliers, and professional partner organisations. Volunteers and members of the CWGF
Financial Responsibilities:	Day to day operational purchases
Location:	Harrogate Mobile Group, North Region
Working hours:	Summer Hours Monday to Thursday 0800 to 1230 hours 1330 to 1700 hours Friday 0800 to 1230 hours 1330 to 1600 hours Winter Hours Monday to Friday 0830 to 1230 hours 1300 to 1600 hours There will be occasions where you will be required to work overtime/out of hours. Time off in lieu will be granted for overtime worked
Travel:	Must be willing to travel within the UK and overseas, sometimes at short notice. Valid passport and full UK car driving licence required
Right to work:	Must have right to work in the UK

COMMISSION BACKGROUND

The Commonwealth War Graves Commission (CWGC) honours the 1.7 million members of the Commonwealth forces who died in the First and Second World Wars, ensuring they will never be forgotten. Our work commemorates the war dead, from building and maintaining our cemeteries and memorials at 23,000 locations in more than 150 countries to preserve our extensive records and archives. Our values and aims, laid out in 1917, are as relevant now as they were 100 years ago.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES and ACCOUNTABILITIES

General

Undertaking practical horticultural maintenance, renovation work and caretaking duties. This includes mowing, edging, hedge cutting, weeding, pruning and pesticide application.
Planning and organising daily workload, appropriate to each site. This includes compiling stock order for plants, chemicals, fertilisers, PPE and machinery.
Responsible for the safe operation, care, day to day maintenance and repair of all work equipment to a set standard. This includes team vehicles.
To report to Line Management any structural defects noted, any development in the surroundings or environment of cemeteries and memorials, which are observed during maintenance duties.
To observe the Commissions safety procedures and safe working practices, ensuring that PPE is used appropriately, and that the Commission’s H&S policies, procedures and safety instructions are adhered to at all times.
Undertake H&S risk assessments in accordance with CWGC processes and priorities.
Familiar with, and competent in undertaking a number of routine administrative duties. This includes the use of IT, smart phones and table- based technology.
Undertake any other duties which may reasonably be regarded as within the nature of the role.
Cross function work within the region; working with Skilled Maintenance Craftsperson (SMC) on renovation work.
Representation of the Commission at ceremonies.
The provision of advice/direction and other information to Cemetery visitors/members of the public, helping them locate war graves

Job Functional Knowledge

Supporting the GC1iC with the execution and co-ordination of Horticulture Standards in the cemeteries, plots and memorials, and in other countries UKNA operations, if required.

Problem Solving

Identifying and presenting solutions to problems, knowing when to escalate when necessary.

Nature of Impact

Awareness of how role integrates into the team, region and Area.

Area of Impact

UKNA, primarily North Region.

Interpersonal Skills

Able to communicate effectively with colleagues at all levels.

JOB SCOPE REQUIREMENTS

Education and Knowledge

Essential

NVQ Level 2 in Amenity Horticulture or equivalent is desirable
Practical experience of horticultural/gardening work
A good level of computer literacy or the ability to learn quickly

Skills and Abilities

Good craft gardening skills
Ability to work alone and using their initiative, as well part of a team
Effective communication and listening skills
Decision making skills and the ability to use own initiative, to resolve issues
Takes responsibility for action
Good organisational and time management skills
Sense of service delivery
Good resource management
Awareness of the aims and objectives of the organisation
Everyone who works for us, or with us, shares our Values, which are formed around our concept of CARE (Commitment, Ambition, Respect and Excellence). We are proud and committed to ensuring we bring this to life every day, for ourselves, each other and those who lost their lives.

Health and Safety responsibility for self

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Your key duties are set out within this job description. From time to time, you may be required to perform such other reasonable duties that fall outside your job title or key job duties, should this be necessary to meet the needs of the Commission.

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Container Driver

Grays, UK

Permanent

Full-time

Job ID:

39987

Published date:

01-07-2026

Lead Landscaper

Basingstoke, UK

Permanent

Full-time

Job ID:

46971

Published date:

30-06-2026

Summary

Microsoft Word - LCG_Lead_Landscaper_Job_Description.docx

Landscape Construction Group Ltd Whitedown Farm Office 2

Wootton St Lawrence Basingstoke Hampshire RG23 8PF

Reg: 14789344 01256293797

www.landscapeconstructiongroup.co.uk

Landscape Construction Group Ltd Job Description – Lead Landscaper

Position: Lead Landscaper

Reports To: Project Manager

Location: Various sites across the South of England with main office located in Basingstoke

Employment Type: Full-Time Permanent (subject to probation)

Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience and qualifications

[PAYE: Salary £45,000 - £54,000]

[CIS: £240-£310 per day]

About Landscape Construction Group Landscape Construction Group Ltd is a specialist landscaping and grounds maintenance contractor delivering high-quality external works for residential developers, commercial clients, local authorities, hotels, schools and private clients.

Role Overview The Lead Landscaper is responsible for leading a team of skilled landscape operatives and Labourers to deliver projects safely, efficiently and to high standard. They will be responsible for completing quality assurance documentation, ensuring health and safety standards are maintained, and managing project progress equipment, and materials.

Key Responsibilities  Lead and direct labour on site and guide them in undertaking:

o Paving installation o Kerb and edging installation o Timber works including fencing and sleeper walls

Landscape Construction Group Ltd Whitedown Farm Office 2

Wootton St Lawrence Basingstoke Hampshire RG23 8PF

Reg: 14789344 01256293797

www.landscapeconstructiongroup.co.uk

o Drainage installation o Tree and shrub planting o Turfing and seeding o Topsoil preparation o Setting out works from drawings o Operating small pant and tools o Operating plant equipment o Plant care

 Train and mentor junior operatives  Plan daily workload and travel efficiently.  Undertake quality control inspections and record keeping.  Manage materials and equipment on site  Liaise professionally with client representatives on site  Undertake vehicle and equipment checks  Ensure Safe systems of work are followed by operatives on site.  Assist project managers with programming and methodology

Health, Safety & Environmental Responsibilities Work in accordance with company Health & Safety policies, Implement Risk Assessments and Method Statements (RAMS), carry out equipment and plant inspections, assist with incident reporting and implement environmental controls. Promote safe working practices and environmental protection.

Essential Requirements Minimum 6 years’ experience in Landscape Construction, with full understanding of both soft and hard landscaping best practices. Valid CSCS/LISS Skilled worker’s card with NVQ level 3 in landscape construction or related industry qualification. Ability to supervise work safely, effectively and efficiently. Strong leadership ability and communication skills. Strong ability to read technical drawings. Full UK driving license. Right to work in the UK.

Desirable Qualifications Gold Supervisors CSCS, First Aid at work, SSSTS/SMSTS, CPCS/NPORS for Forward tipping dumper and Excavators below 10T, CAT & Genny training and other industry qualifications.

Landscape Construction Group Ltd Whitedown Farm Office 2

Wootton St Lawrence Basingstoke Hampshire RG23 8PF

Reg: 14789344 01256293797

www.landscapeconstructiongroup.co.uk

Development opportunities Progression to project manager through training, experience and achievement of relevant qualifications.

Benefits Competitive pay, Company van, Company mobile phone, training opportunities, pension scheme, career progression opportunities.

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Skilled Landscaper

Basingstoke, UK

Permanent

Full-time

Job ID:

47070

Published date:

29-06-2026

Summary

Microsoft Word - LCG_Skilled_Landscaper_Job_Description.docx

Landscape Construction Group Ltd Whitedown Farm Office 2

Wootton St Lawrence Basingstoke Hampshire RG23 8PF

Reg: 14789344 01256293797

www.landscapeconstructiongroup.co.uk

Landscape Construction Group Ltd Job Description – Skilled Landscaper

Position: Skilled Landscaper

Reports To: Site Supervisor

Location: Various sites across the South of England, Main office located in Basingstoke.

Employment Type: Full-Time Permanent (subject to probation)

Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience and qualifications

[PAYE: Salary £32,000 to £40,000. Up to £45,000 with full competency CPCS or NPORS for forward tipping dumpers, excavators, chippers, chainsaw, tracked dumpers]

[CIS: £180-£220 per day, additional £20-£50 per day for plant operators]

About Landscape Construction Group Landscape Construction Group Ltd is a specialist commercial landscaping and grounds maintenance contractor delivering high-quality external works for residential developers, commercial clients, local authorities, hotels, schools and private clients.

Role Overview The Skilled Landscaper will undertake a wide range of hard and soft landscaping activities and will be expected to work independently or as part of a team to deliver projects safely, efficiently and to a high standard.

Key Responsibilities • Paving installation • Kerb and edging installation • Timber works including fencing and sleeper walls • Drainage installation

Landscape Construction Group Ltd Whitedown Farm Office 2

Wootton St Lawrence Basingstoke Hampshire RG23 8PF

Reg: 14789344 01256293797

www.landscapeconstructiongroup.co.uk

• Tree and shrub planting • Turfing and seeding • Topsoil preparation • Setting out works from drawings • Operating small plant and tools • Operating Forward tipper dumpers and Excavators below 10t • Assist supervisor in completing QA records • Carry out vehicle and equipment checks

Health, Safety & Environmental Responsibilities Work in accordance with company Health & Safety policies. Follow company RAMS, PPE requirements and environmental procedures.

Essential Requirements Minimum 3 years’ landscape construction experience, with a strong understanding of soft and hard landscaping practices. Valid CSCS/LISS skilled worker’s card with NVQ level 2 in landscape construction or other relevant industry qualification. Ability to read technical drawings. Physically fit and capable of outdoor work. Ability to work in a team and good communication skills. Right to work in the UK. Full UK driving license.

Desirable Qualifications CPCS/NPORS plant tickets for forward tipping dumpers, excavators, chippers, chainsaws, tracked dumpers. First Aid at work certificate. CAT & Genny training.

Development opportunities Progression to Lead Landscaper through training, experience and achievement of relevant qualifications.

Benefits Competitive pay, training opportunities, pension scheme, career progression opportunities.

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Senior Maintenance Landscaper

Basingstoke, UK

Permanent

Full-time

Job ID:

47037

Published date:

29-06-2026

Summary

Microsoft Word - LCG_Senior_Maintenance_Landscaper_Job_Description.docx

Landscape Construction Group Ltd Whitedown Farm Office 2

Wootton St Lawrence Basingstoke Hampshire RG23 8PF

Reg: 14789344 01256293797

www.landscapeconstructiongroup.co.uk

Landscape Construction Group Ltd Job Description – Senior Maintenance landscaper

Position: Senior Maintenance Landscaper

Reports To: Maintenance contracts manager.

Location: Various sites across the South of England, Main office located in Basingstoke.

Employment Type: Full-Time Permanent (subject to probation)

Salary: £38,000 – £44,000 per annum, dependent on experience and qualifications

About Landscape Construction Group Landscape Construction Group Ltd provides ground maintenance and landscape construction services to hotels, residential developments, commercial properties and public sector clients throughout Southern England.

Role Overview The Senior maintenance landscaper will lead small teams to maintain client grounds to a high standard, travelling between sites, communicating professionally with clients and completing accurate daily work reports. The senior maintenance landscaper has additional responsibilities of supervising other maintenance landscapers, herbicide spraying, and have specialist horticultural expertise.

Key Responsibilities • Lead and undertake grounds maintenance visits • Train and mentor junior operatives • Plan daily workload and travel efficiently. • Grass cutting, hedge cutting, pruning and strimming • Lawn care, seasonal treatments, and plant husbandry.  Weed control and boarder maintenance

Landscape Construction Group Ltd Whitedown Farm Office 2

Wootton St Lawrence Basingstoke Hampshire RG23 8PF

Reg: 14789344 01256293797

www.landscapeconstructiongroup.co.uk

 Identify pests, diseases and plant health issues  Carry out minor landscape repairs and replacements  Complete digital daily reports with photographs  Liaise professionally with client representatives on site  Maintain vehicles, trailers, tools and equipment  Ensure work complies with company quality standards

Plant & Equipment Competent operation of pedestrian and ride-on mowers, strimmers, brush cutters, hedge cutters, blowers, pole saws and hand tools, battery and petrol-powered tools, small plant (advantageous). Competent in use of handheld pesticide applications.

Health, Safety & Environmental Responsibilities Work in accordance with company Health & Safety policies. Follow company RAMS, PPE requirements and environmental procedures. Undertake daily equipment inspections. Report hazards, incidents and near misses. Promote safe working practices and environmental protection.

Essential Requirements Minimum 4 years' grounds maintenance experience. Ability to work independently and supervise others in small teams. Strong knowledge of plant identification, pruning and lawn care knowledge. Excellent time management and communication skills. PA1/PA6A handheld pesticide application qualifications. Competent using a wide range of maintenance machinery. Ability to complete accurate digital reports. Full UK driving license and willingness to travel throughout the South of England.

Desirable Qualifications CSCS Card, First Aid at work training, Lantra/NPTC qualifications for safe use in ride-on mowers, hedge cutters and brush cutters. CPCS/NPORS Mini excavator and dumper (Advantageous). NPTC Chainsaw qualification (Advantageous).

Landscape Construction Group Ltd Whitedown Farm Office 2

Wootton St Lawrence Basingstoke Hampshire RG23 8PF

Reg: 14789344 01256293797

www.landscapeconstructiongroup.co.uk

Performance Expectations Deliver high-quality maintenance, complete visits on schedule, maintain equipment and achieve excellent client satisfaction. Complete accurate daily reports. Support development of junior team members.

Benefits Competitive salary, company vehicle, company mobile phone, company uniform, pension, overtime opportunities, ongoing training and career progression.

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Maintenance Landscaper

Basingstoke, UK

Permanent

Full-time

Job ID:

47004

Published date:

29-06-2026

Summary

Microsoft Word - LCG_Maintenance_Landscaper_Job_Description.docx

Landscape Construction Group Ltd Whitedown Farm Office 2

Wootton St Lawrence Basingstoke Hampshire RG23 8PF

Reg: 14789344 01256293797

www.landscapeconstructiongroup.co.uk

Landscape Construction Group Ltd Job Description –Maintenance Landscaper

Position: Maintenance Landscaper

Reports To: Maintenance Supervisor / Maintenance contracts manager.

Location: Various sites across the South of England, Main office located in Basingstoke.

Employment Type: Full-Time Permanent (subject to probation)

Salary: £32,000 – £38,000 per annum, dependent on experience and qualifications

About Landscape Construction Group Landscape Construction Group Ltd provides ground maintenance and landscape construction services to hotels, residential developments, commercial properties and public sector clients throughout Southern England.

Role Overview The Maintenance Landscaper will maintain client grounds to a high standard while working as part of a small team, travelling between sites, communicating professionally with clients and completing accurate daily work reports.

Key Responsibilities • Undertake grounds maintenance visits • Weed control and boarder maintenance • Lawn care, seasonal treatments and plant husbandry  Grass cutting, hedge cutting, pruning and strimming  Carry out minor landscape repairs and replacements  Liaise professionally with client representatives on site  Assist in completion of daily digital reports  Inspect and maintain equipment

Landscape Construction Group Ltd Whitedown Farm Office 2

Wootton St Lawrence Basingstoke Hampshire RG23 8PF

Reg: 14789344 01256293797

www.landscapeconstructiongroup.co.uk

Plant & Equipment Competent operation of pedestrian and ride-on mowers, strimmers, brush cutters, hedge cutters, blowers and associated landscaping equipment.

Health, Safety & Environmental Responsibilities Work in accordance with company Health & Safety policies. Follow company RAMS, PPE requirements and environmental procedures.

Essential Requirements Minimum 2 years' grounds maintenance experience. Ability to work independently and in small teams. Good plant and lawn care knowledge. Competent with use of maintenance equipment. Full UK driving license and willingness to travel throughout the South of England. Ability to complete digital daily reports.

Desirable Qualifications CSCS Card. PA1/PA6A pesticide application qualifications, First Aid training, Lantra/NPTC qualifications for safe use of equipment.

Performance Expectations Deliver high-quality maintenance, complete visits on schedule, maintain equipment and achieve excellent client satisfaction.

Benefits Competitive salary, pension, training, overtime opportunities and career progression.

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Landscape Operative

Basingstoke, UK

Permanent

Full-time

Job ID:

46938

Published date:

29-06-2026

Summary

Microsoft Word - LCG_Landscape_Operative_Job_Description.docx

Landscape Construction Group Ltd Whitedown Farm Office 2

Wootton St Lawrence Basingstoke Hampshire RG23 8PF

Reg: 14789344 01256293797

www.landscapeconstructiongroup.co.uk

Landscape Construction Group Ltd Job Description – Landscape Operative

Position: Landscape Operative

Reports To: Lead Landscaper

Location: Various sites across the South of England with main office located in Basingstoke

Employment Type: Full-Time Permanent (subject to probation)

Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience and qualifications.

[PAYE: Salary £27,000 - £32,000]

[CIS: £140 - £170 per day]

About Landscape Construction Group Landscape Construction Group Ltd is a specialist commercial landscaping and grounds maintenance contractor delivering high-quality external works for residential developers, commercial clients, local authorities, hotels, schools and private clients.

Role Overview To assist with the delivery of landscape construction projects, working safely and efficiently as part of a team. They will assist skilled landscapers in carrying out soft and hard landscaping activities such as planting, paving and soil preparation.

Key Responsibilities • Loading and unloading materials • Assisting with paving, edging and fencing installation • Topsoil preparation and grading • Planting, turfing and seeding • Operating hand tools safely

Landscape Construction Group Ltd Whitedown Farm Office 2

Wootton St Lawrence Basingstoke Hampshire RG23 8PF

Reg: 14789344 01256293797

www.landscapeconstructiongroup.co.uk

• Maintaining clean and safe work areas • Assisting plant operators and skilled landscapers

Health & Safety Responsibilities Work in accordance with company Health & Safety policies. Follow company RAMS, PPE requirements and environmental procedures.

Essential Requirements Have a positive attitude and willingness to learn. Be reliable and punctual. Must be physically fit and capable of outdoor work. Ability to work as part of a team. Right to work in the UK. Valid green CSCS Labourers card (ROLO). Full UK Driving License.

Desirable Qualifications • First Aid training • Manual Handling • Previous landscaping or construction experience

Development Opportunities Progression to Skilled Landscaper through training, experience and achievement of relevant qualifications.

Benefits Competitive pay, training opportunities, pension scheme, career progression opportunities.

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Grounds Maintenance

Waltham Abbey

Permanent

Full-time

Job ID:

46773

Published date:

29-06-2026

Seasonal Ornamental Gardener

Berkshire

Contract

Full-time

Job ID:

46839

Published date:

29-06-2026

Summary

Seasonal Ornamental Gardener

Waltham Place Estate, Berkshire
Fixed-Term Contract | July – End of October 2026
Full-time | Monday to Friday
£14.00 per hour

Join One of Britain's Most Distinctive Organic Gardens

Waltham Place is a nationally recognised organic estate in Berkshire, celebrated for its naturalistic gardens, ecological approach to horticulture, and long-standing commitment to biodiversity.

We are looking for an enthusiastic and knowledgeable Seasonal Ornamental Gardener to join our horticultural team from July through to the end of October 2026. This is an exciting opportunity to work within a unique garden and estate setting, supporting the care and development of diverse ornamental plantings and naturalistic landscapes during one of the busiest and most rewarding times of the gardening year.

The Role

Working alongside the Senior Gardener and wider estate team, you will help maintain the gardens to an exceptional standard throughout the summer and into autumn. This hands-on role is ideal for someone with a passion for ornamental horticulture, ecological gardening and high-quality garden maintenance.

Key Responsibilities

Maintain ornamental borders and mixed perennial plantings.
Carry out weeding and general seasonal garden maintenance.
Assist with lawn and pathway maintenance within the gardens.
Support the management of naturalistic and ecological planting schemes.
Assist with seasonal garden projects and ongoing developments.
Help ensure the gardens are presented to the highest horticultural standards.

Essential Requirements

Previous experience working in a professional garden, estate garden or horticultural environment.
A genuine enthusiasm for plants and ornamental horticulture.
Good plant identification skills.
Ability to work both independently and as part of a small team.
Physically fit and comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions.
Reliable, organised and attentive to detail.

Desirable Skills & Experience

RHS, NVQ or equivalent horticultural qualification.
Knowledge of organic horticulture or agriculture.
Experience of naturalistic planting styles and ecological gardening.
Good knowledge of herbaceous perennials, shrubs and ornamental grasses.
Experience working within a private estate or public garden.
Full UK driving licence.

What We Offer

The opportunity to work within one of Britain's most distinctive organic gardens and estates.
Hands-on experience with an exceptional range of ornamental and ecological plantings.
A supportive and knowledgeable horticultural team.
A beautiful and inspiring working environment with a strong focus on biodiversity, sustainability and horticultural excellence.

Location: Waltham Place Estate, Berkshire
Contract: Fixed-term (July – End of October 2026)
Hours: Full-time, Monday to Friday
Salary: £14.00 per hour

How to Apply

If you are interested in this opportunity, we would love to hear from you.

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