Landscape Operative

UKund Control; Weston-super-Mare; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private GP service

Wellbeing support

Pension scheme

Employee recognition programme

Volunteering days

Job summary

Ground Control in the South West is seeking a Landscape Operative to help deliver the National Grid Hinkley Point Connection Project. You will work within a skilled team delivering planting, habitat creation and landscape mitigation across the South West region.

You will be involved in tree, woodland and hedgerow planting, maintenance and soft landscaping, with a strong focus on safety and quality, contributing to long-term environmental benefits and career development within Ground Control.

Qualifications

• CSCS Card is required
• Full UK Driving Licence is required
• Experience in landscaping, construction, groundworks or similar outdoor environment
• Good understanding of site health and safety requirements
• Reliable, professional and safety-focused approach
• Physically fit and able to work outdoors in all weather

Responsibilities

• Carrying out tree, woodland and hedgerow planting as part of replacement planting commitments
• Supporting landscape mitigation schemes to screen infrastructure and enhance local environments
• Delivering planting and enhancement works on landowner sites across the South West
• Undertaking soft landscaping activities including planting, mulching, maintenance and establishment
• Supporting hard landscaping as projects develop
• Operating tools, machinery and equipment safely
• Adhering to health and safety procedures, environmental standards and quality requirements
• Maintaining high workmanship standards and attention to detail
• Keeping vehicles, equipment and work areas clean
• Collaborating with supervisors, site managers, landowners and project stakeholders
• Representing Ground Control professionally

Skills

Strong teamwork

Physically fit

Reliable and safety-focused

Site health and safety awareness

Education

Full UK Driving Licence

Relevant landscaping/construction qualifications (desirable)

Tools

Brush Cutter Licence

PA1 / PA6 qualifications

Machinery operation certificates

Job description

Build your skills. Grow your career. Be part of something that lasts.

Do you want to work on one of the UK's largest environmental and landscaping projects? Are you looking for a role where you can develop your skills, progress your career, and become part of a growing business delivering nationally significant infrastructure projects?

We're looking for a Landscape Operative to join Ground Control's team supporting the National Grid Hinkley Point Connection Project across the South West.

This is a unique opportunity to play a key role in a major landscaping and environmental programme, working across a project spanning more than 340 square kilometres. You'll be involved in large-scale planting, habitat creation and landscape mitigation works that will leave a lasting legacy for local communities and the environment.

As Ground Control continues to secure new projects and expand its operations, this role offers genuine career progression opportunities for individuals who are ambitious, hardworking and keen to develop within the landscaping and construction industry.

What you'll do

Working as part of a skilled and supportive team, you'll help deliver high-quality landscaping and environmental works safely and efficiently across the Hinkley Point Connection Project.

You’ll be responsible for:

• Carrying out tree, woodland and hedgerow planting works as part of National Grid's replacement planting commitments

• Supporting landscape mitigation schemes designed to screen infrastructure and enhance local environments

• Delivering planting and enhancement works on landowner sites throughout the South West region

• Undertaking soft landscaping activities including planting, mulching, maintenance and establishment works

• Supporting hard landscaping activities where required as projects develop

• Operating tools, machinery and equipment safely and responsibly

• Working in accordance with health and safety procedures, environmental standards and quality requirements

• Maintaining high standards of workmanship and attention to detail

• Keeping vehicles, equipment and work areas clean and presentable

• Working collaboratively with supervisors, site managers, landowners and project stakeholders

• Representing Ground Control professionally at all times

What you'll get

• A permanent position with a growing business that continues to win major projects

• The opportunity to work on a nationally significant infrastructure project

• Clear career progression opportunities within Ground Control's Landscaping and Energy divisions

• Ongoing training, development and industry-recognised qualifications

• Exposure to large-scale environmental, landscaping and infrastructure projects

• A supportive team environment focused on safety, development and quality

• Competitive salary and benefits package including:

  • Private GP service

  • Wellbeing support

  • Pension scheme

  • Employee recognition programme

  • Volunteering days

What we're looking for

We're looking for someone with a positive attitude, strong work ethic and a genuine desire to build a long-term career within landscaping and environmental construction.

Essential

• CSCS Card

• Full UK Driving Licence

• Experience within landscaping, construction, groundworks or a similar outdoor environment

• Good understanding of site health and safety requirements

• Reliable, professional and safety-focused approach

• Physically fit and comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions

• Strong teamwork skills and willingness to learn

Desirable

• Brush Cutter Licence

• Experience delivering landscaping or environmental improvement projects

• Relevant landscaping, horticultural or construction qualifications

• Machinery operation certificates

• PA1 / PA6 qualifications

Why join Ground Control?

This is more than just a landscaping role. It's an opportunity to contribute to one of the UK's largest infrastructure landscaping projects, working in partnership with National Grid to create long-term environmental benefits across the South West.

You’ll gain valuable experience on a large-scale project, develop new skills, and join a business with a strong pipeline of future work and a proven commitment to employee development and progression.

If you're looking for an opportunity to grow your career while working on meaningful projects that leave a lasting impact, we’d love to hear from you.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary – aligned with your skills and experience

• Pension scheme – helping you plan for the future

• Recognition schemes – celebrating and rewarding great work

• Private 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

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