Garden & Grounds Team Member

Haven; Tendring; On-site; GBP 14,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Inclusive environment

Training provided

Qualifications funding

Dining discount

Shop discount

Free park access

Brand discounts

Job summary

Haven is recruiting a Grounds & Garden Team Member to help maintain our park grounds to the highest standard for guests. The role covers flower beds, borders and landscaped areas while supporting a safe, well-kept space for all visitors.

We offer training, comprehensive support and career development. Enjoy exclusive team perks and discounts, plus a welcoming environment at Haven’s seaside locations across the UK.

Qualifications

• Experience in gardening or grounds maintenance is valued but training is provided.
• Genuine interest in gardening, landscaping or outdoor work.
• Basic plant knowledge including weeds, pruning and seasonal care.
• Familiarity with tools such as mowers, strimmers and hedge trimmers.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the park and grounds to a high standard for guests, including flower beds and borders.
• Help keep the space safe, secure and well-maintained for visitors and staff.
• Keep gardens and green spaces vibrant, tidy and in top condition year-round.

Skills

Gardening

Grounds maintenance

Teamwork

Tools

Lawn mowers

Strimmer

Hedge trimmers

Job description

Position: Grounds & Garden Team Member Type: Full-Time / Part-Time / Seasonal Pay Rates: Up to £12.71 per hour depending on age

Key Responsibilities

• Work with the team to maintain the park and grounds to the highest standard for our guests, this includes caring for flower beds, borders, and landscaped areas.
• Help create a safe, secure, and well-maintained space for all visitors through skilled and consistent upkeep of the park's grounds and facilities.
• Contribute to a refreshing and memorable guest experience by keeping our beautiful gardens and green spaces vibrant, tidy, and in top condition year-round.

Requirements

• Previous experience in gardening, horticulture, or grounds maintenance is valued but not essential; we provide training.
• A genuine interest in gardening, landscaping, or outdoor work.
• Basic plant knowledge (e.g., identifying weeds, pruning, seasonal care).
• Familiarity with tools and equipment such as mowers, strimmer’s, hedge trimmers, etc.
• Willingness to work in all weather conditions and undertake physical tasks.
• Due to operating grounds maintenance machinery, candidates must be 18 years and over.

What We Offer

• An inclusive, supportive work environment.
• Comprehensive training and ongoing support.
• Career development opportunities, including fully funded qualifications.
• Exclusive team perks, including up to 50% off on-park dining, 20% discounts on Haven Holidays and in-store purchases, free access to our facilities, savings at national brands and retailers, and so much more!

We’re committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace, and we encourage applicants of all backgrounds to apply.

At Haven, we believe a career should be more than just a job — it should be something you love. As the UK’s leading holiday operator, we’re proud to offer exciting job opportunities. With over 9,000 amazing team members, 39 stunning seaside locations, and a vibrant support centre in Hemel Hempstead, we’re all about creating unforgettable experiences — not just for our guests and holiday homeowners, but for our team too. From the coasts of Scotland to the shores of Cornwall, Norfolk to Wales, our parks are set in some of the UK’s most breath‑taking spots, where memories are made every single day. We’re passionate about what we do and have a lot of fun doing it — all thanks to our welcoming Breath of Fresh Air culture. If you’re thinking about joining us, we couldn’t be more excited to welcome you. Here’s to the start of something special at Haven.