Landscape Operative

Adecco; Newbury; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Adecco is seeking a hardworking Landscape Operative to join a small, supportive team across outdoor landscaping projects in Newbury and surrounding areas.

You’ll help with soft and hard landscaping tasks, from ground preparation to planting and turfing, ensuring high-quality finishes. A driving licence is essential, and a strong work ethic with attention to detail is required. This role offers year-round outdoor work within a collaborative team.

Qualifications

• Experience in landscaping or outdoor work preferred.
• Attention to detail and strong work ethic.
• Ability to work well in a small team.

Responsibilities

• Preparing ground and work areas for landscaping.
• Planting trees and shrubs as per site plans.
• Carrying out turfing and grass seeding.
• Creating and maintaining wildflower areas.
• Assisting with a range of landscaping projects.
• Working as part of a team to complete projects safely, on time and to a high standard.
• Following company health and safety procedures.

Skills

Full UK driving licence

Job description

We're looking for a hardworking and reliable Landscape Operative to join a small, supportive team working across a range of outdoor landscaping projects.

The Role

You'll be involved in both soft and hard landscaping work, helping to transform and maintain outdoor spaces.

Responsibilities will include:

• Preparing ground and work areas for landscaping
• Planting trees and shrubs in line with site plans
• Carrying out turfing and grass seeding
• Creating and maintaining wildflower areas
• Assisting with a variety of landscaping projects
• Working as part of a team to complete projects safely, on time and to a high standard
• Following company health and safety procedures

What We're Looking For

Previous landscaping or relevant outdoor experience would be beneficial, but attitude and willingness to learn are equally important.

• Some previous landscaping experience preferred
• Full UK driving licence essential
• Good knowledge of plants would be advantageous
• Strong work ethic and attention to detail
• Able to work effectively as part of a small team
• Pride in delivering a high-quality finish

Is This Role For You?

This could be a great opportunity for someone who enjoys working outdoors, doesn't mind working throughout the year and is looking to build their experience within the landscaping industry.

If you're practical, hardworking and keen to develop your skills within a supportive team, we'd love to hear from you.

Adecco is a disability-confident employer. It is important to us that we run an inclusive and accessible recruitment process to support candidates of all backgrounds and all abilities to apply. Adecco is committed to building a supportive environment for you to explore the next steps in your career. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.

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