Apprentice Mobile Grounds Operative

Nexgen Group; Bristol; On-site; GBP 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading company in grounds maintenance as an Apprentice Mobile Grounds Operative in Bristol. This role offers hands-on experience in horticulture, working alongside experienced colleagues and attending college for a Level 2 qualification. Ideal for those passionate about landscaping and looking to develop their skills in a supportive environment.

Benefits

In-house training provided

Cost of DBS check covered

Qualifications

• Willingness to work in all weather conditions.
• Prepared to undertake a DBS check.
• Full Manual UK Driving Licence desirable.

Responsibilities

• Use petrol-driven equipment for lawn cutting and hedge pruning.
• Weeding and bed maintenance of existing borders.
• Continuous development throughout the apprenticeship programme.

Skills

Hard working

Self-motivated

Reliable

Good communication skills

Customer-focused approach

IT literate

Education

Level 2 in Horticulture

Job description

Apprentice Mobile Grounds Operative (Horticulture)

Pay rate - £12.21 per hour

Do you have a passion for Landscaping and Horticulture?

We have an exciting Apprenticeship opportunity in Bristol, working with experienced colleagues to carry out grounds maintenance to required specifications for one of our prestigious social housing partners.

You'll be working 37.5 hours a week (ranging between 7am - 3:30pm), working with us 4 days a week, and from September 2025, starting to attend college 1 day a week to study for Level 2 in Horticulture, a course designed for those new to horticulture or with basic knowledge and skills.

A full Manual UK Driving Licence is desirable but not essential.

Duties during the 4 days will include:

1. Use of petrol-driven equipment for Lawn Cutting & Hedge Pruning
2. Weeding and bed maintenance of existing borders
3. Shrub pruning as required
4. Litter Picking & Sweeping
5. Continuous development throughout the apprenticeship programme

We will provide in-house training covering Risk Assessment, PPE, Use of machinery, basic maintenance, and safety checks.

What are we looking for?

1. Hard working
2. Self-motivated
3. Reliable
4. Happy to work in all weather conditions
5. IT literate (use of tablet, smartphone apps)
6. Good communication skills, both verbal and written (English)
7. A strong customer-focused approach
8. Ability to implement Health and Safety requirements to ensure safe working practices
9. A full, manual UK driving license
10. Be prepared to undertake a DBS check (We cover the cost of carrying out a DBS check)

About Us

Just Ask Estate Services (est. 1973), part of the Nexgen Group, is an award-winning provider of professional Cleaning and Grounds Maintenance services to the public and private sectors. We recognise that investing in our people is our most important asset, which has enabled us to achieve 'Investors in People - Gold Standard'.