Landscape Operative

Ground Control; Uxbridge; Hybrid; GBP 22,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary aligned with skills

Pension scheme

Online GP service

Life insurance

Subsidised gym membership

Holiday buy scheme

Job summary

Ground Control is seeking a Landscape Operative to join our team in the Uxbridge area. You will be hands-on with soft landscaping, planting trees and shrubs, and helping establish new green spaces on a major infrastructure project.

You will read and implement landscape drawings, work as part of a dedicated site crew, and ensure work is completed to high standards while following safety rules and site procedures. A strong work ethic and reliability are essential.

Qualifications

• CSCS card required from day one.
• Experience in tree planting, soft landscaping and establishment maintenance.
• Knowledge of common trees, shrubs and weeds.
• Able to read and work from landscape drawings and specs.
• Comfortable using landscaping tools and equipment.
• Good understanding of site health and safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Plant trees, shrubs and whips to specification and plans.
• Interpret landscape drawings and specs for planting works.
• Prepare planting areas and install protective measures.
• Maintain newly planted landscapes including watering and weeding.
• Carry out grass cutting and general soft landscaping tasks.
• Monitor plant health and ensure successful establishment.
• Work with site supervisors to deliver works safely and on schedule.
• Follow RAMS and PPE requirements and environmental protections.
• Keep accurate daily work records and maintain tidy work areas.

Skills

CSCS card

Tree planting

Soft landscaping

Reading drawings

Outdoor work

Team player

Education

Level 2 qualification in Horticulture or Landscaping

Tools

Lawnmowers

Brush cutters

Strimmers

Job description

Landscape Operative

Location: Uxbridge
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience
Contract Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Working Hours: 40-45 hours per week, Monday–Friday, with occasional weekend work

Help shape landscapes that will thrive for generations.

At Ground Control, we're looking for experienced Landscape Operatives to help deliver soft landscaping and planting works on a major infrastructure project.

This is an opportunity to take pride in work that makes a lasting difference. From planting trees and creating new green spaces to maintaining landscapes as they establish, you'll play an important role in supporting biodiversity and creating environments that will thrive for years to come.

Working as part of a dedicated site team, you'll be hands‑on in delivering high‑quality landscaping works, ensuring everything is completed safely, efficiently and to the highest standards.

Why this role?

Your work will have a visible and lasting impact. You'll help transform a major infrastructure site into a greener, more sustainable environment, knowing that the trees and landscapes you establish today will benefit future generations.

You’ll be part of a supportive team where quality workmanship matters, with opportunities to develop your skills, take ownership of your work and contribute to a project that makes a genuine environmental difference.

What you’ll do

• Plant trees, shrubs and whips, ensuring planting is completed to specification and agreed plans.
• Interpret and implement landscape construction drawings and specifications, ensuring all planting and soft landscaping works are delivered accurately and in accordance with project requirements.
• Prepare planting areas, install stakes, guards, shelters and other protective measures to support healthy growth.
• Maintain newly planted landscapes, including watering, weeding, mulching, pruning and replacing failed plants.
• Carry out grass cutting, strimming, brush cutting and general soft landscaping activities.
• Monitor plant health, identify issues and help ensure new planting establishes successfully.
• Work closely with Site Supervisors and colleagues to deliver works safely and on schedule.
• Follow site health and safety procedures, including RAMS, PPE requirements and environmental protection measures.
• Maintain accurate daily work records and keep work areas safe, clean and tidy.

What we’re looking for

• A valid CSCS card is essential (Green Labourer Card minimum, or appropriate equivalent) and must be held from your first day.
• Previous experience in tree planting, soft landscaping and establishment maintenance, ideally on construction or infrastructure projects.
• Knowledge of common trees, shrubs and weeds, alongside good planting and maintenance practices.
• Proven ability to read, understand and work from landscape construction drawings and specifications, accurately translating plans into practical on‑site landscaping works.
• Confidence using landscaping equipment, including strimmer’s, brush cutters, mowers and hand tools.
• A good understanding of site health and safety procedures.
• Comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions and carrying out physically demanding tasks.
• Reliable, hardworking and able to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Able to understand site instructions, follow planting plans and travel to site for early starts.

Desirable, but not essential:

• PA1/PA6 or PA6AW pesticide qualifications.
• Lantra brush cutter or strimmer certification.
• Level 2 qualification in Horticulture or Landscaping.
• Emergency First Aid at Work.
• Full UK manual driving licence, ideally with B+E towing entitlement.
• Knowledge of BS 4428 and BS 8545 landscaping and tree establishment standards.

Why join Ground Control?

At Ground Control, we're passionate about creating and maintaining outdoor spaces that make a positive difference to people and the environment.

You’ll join a business that values its people, encourages development and gives you the opportunity to contribute to meaningful projects.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary – aligned with your skills and experience
• Pension scheme – helping you plan for the future
• Recognition schemes – celebrating and rewarding great work
• Online GP service – fast, convenient access to medical support
• Life insurance – providing added peace of mind
• Subsidised gym membership – supporting your health and wellbeing
• Holiday buy scheme – purchase up to 5 additional days of annual leave

Equal Opportunities Statement

At Ground Control, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to thrive. We believe that diversity drives innovation and success, and we welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.

We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, race (including colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin), religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic as defined in the Equality Act 2010.

We actively support and promote an inclusive culture, ensuring fair and equitable treatment throughout the recruitment process and across all stages of employment, including training, development, promotion, pay, and termination. We are committed to providing reasonable adjustments for disabled applicants and employees, and to creating a working environment free from discrimination, harassment, bullying, or victimisation.

We expect all colleagues to uphold our values of dignity, respect, and inclusion. We take a zero‑tolerance approach to any form of discriminatory behaviour and are committed to continuous improvement through training, inclusive policies, and accountability at all levels. #LDE