Apprentice Landscaper

M Squared (Scotland) Ltd; East Kilbride; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading landscaping company in East Kilbride is seeking an Apprentice Landscaper. This full-time role offers on-the-job training and a nationally recognized qualification. You'll assist in various landscaping tasks and have opportunities for personal development. Benefits include private health insurance, employee rewards, and discounted gym memberships.

Benefits

Private Health Insurance

Employee rewards

Discounted Gym Memberships

Corporate Events

Length of Service Holidays

Annual Leave for your birthday

Branded Workwear

Free Parking

Qualifications

• Eager to learn and develop new skills.
• Able to work as part of a close-knit team.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the construction and maintenance of residential and commercial landscapes.
• Prepare job sites including clearing debris and leveling soil.
• Plant trees, shrubs, and other greenery according to plans.
• Operate and maintain landscaping tools and machinery safely.

Skills

Genuine interest in landscaping and outdoor work

Willingness to learn and take direction

Physically fit and able to work in various weather conditions

Good communication skills and team attitude

Punctual and reliable

Driver's license (preferred but not always required)

Job description

Job description : About M Squared

We create the exceptional outdoor spaces that make developments stand out. Were specialists in commercial landscaping and groundworks working with main contractors end clients and public sector organisations to create the outdoor spaces that enhance housing developments care settings public places and more.

We have built a strong reputation by consistently delivering on complex and high profile projects throughout the UK. Our experienced and dedicated team have fuelled our growth all sharing our commitment to innovation and continuous improvement. Weve developed unique tailored technology to streamline processes and project management for all staff and continually invest in tools training and team-building to ensure everyone can thrive.

Founded in 2014 we capped off our 10 year in business by hitting our target of 10m turnover. Now weve been flagged as one of the top Scottish Companies to Watch in 2025 wed already ranked in the Financial Times FT1000 for Europes Fastest Growing Companies too.

Were growing and looking for the talent to help us achieve our ambitions.

Role

We are looking for a motivated and reliable Apprentice Landscaper to join our team. As an apprentice youll learn the trade through on-the-job training and support while assisting with a range of landscaping tasks. This is a great opportunity to gain hands‑on experience in the landscaping industry and work toward a nationally recognized qualification (if applicable).

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the construction and maintenance of residential and commercial landscapes
• Prepare job sites (e.g. clearing debris digging leveling soil)
• Plant trees shrubs and other greenery according to plans
• Lay turf paving retaining walls and irrigation systems
• Operate and maintain landscaping tools and machinery safely
• Follow instructions from senior team members and supervisors
• Clean up job sites and maintain a tidy work environment
• Adhere to all workplace safety procedures and policies
• Attend and participate in training sessions or coursework (if part of a formal apprenticeship)

Skills & Experience

• Genuine interest in landscaping and outdoor work
• Willingness to learn and take direction
• Physically fit and able to work in various weather conditions
• Good communication skills and team attitude
• Punctual and reliable
• Drivers license (preferred but not always required)

About you

Weve created an environment where everyone can thrive and share in our successes. We ensure our team can play to their strengths and feel empowered to contribute their expertise past experience or new ideas.

We’re seeking applicants who share our values

• We take pride in our work and ourselves
• Showing a strong work ethic a commitment to quality and being proactive.
• We do what we say well do
• We do what it takes to get the job done

Being eager to contribute to continued growth of M Squared and able to offer or ask for support as needed.

Thriving in a fast‑paced dynamic environment and being adaptable and resilient to new opportunities or challenges. Being keen to learn and develop new skills seizing opportunities to undertake training work on new projects or with new technologies. What We Offer

Raise the bar

Were not your typical contractors weve brought innovation AI and automation to our industry. Well give you the tools and technologies to make your life easier and your work better.

Grow with us

Our people are our greatest asset so youll get ongoing training and personal development to help you succeed. Were creating new opportunities for our team as we scale the business across the UK.

Make your mark

Well listen when you come up with new ways of working or problem-solving - we recognise and reward great work. Were open and agile to new ideas maintaining our entrepreneurial roots.

A place to thrive

Were a close-knit team supporting and learning from one another. We work hard to provide a working environment where you can flourish.

Employee Benefits

• Private Health Insurance
• Employee rewards with Odeon Mindful Chef Prime and more
• Discounted Gym Memberships
• Corporate Events
• Length of Service Holidays
• Annual Leave for your birthday
• Branded Workwear
• Free Parking

Job Type: Full-time Permanent, Full-time Apprenticeship

Work Location: In person