Landscape Operative: Grounds Maintenance & Tree Work

First Base Employment; Stroud; On-site; GBP 17,047 - 24,280; Full time

Job summary

First Base Employment is seeking a Landscape Operative in Stroud, Gloucestershire. This role involves various duties including grass cutting, hedge trimming, and tree maintenance, with a focus on reliable performance and teamwork.

The ideal candidate will have previous experience in landscaping or grounds maintenance, a full UK driving licence, and the ability to work in all weather conditions. Higher hourly rates are available for those with arborist qualifications.

Qualifications

• Must be over 18 years of age due to vehicle insurance restrictions.
• Experience in a similar outdoor manual role is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform grass cutting and general grounds maintenance.
• Conduct weed control using appropriate techniques.
• Execute hedge cutting and pruning tasks.
• Assist with tree work and general arboriculture duties if qualified.
• Install and repair fencing as necessary.
• Plant trees and shrubs as directed.
• Participate in soft landscaping and turfing projects.
• Drive to and from sites including North Dorset and the West Midlands.
• Ensure vehicles are returned to the depot in Stroud at day end.

Skills

Previous experience in grounds maintenance or landscaping

Full UK driving licence

Reliable and hardworking

Good teamwork skills

Ability to work extended hours

Arborist qualifications or experience

Job description

First Base Employment is seeking a Landscape Operative in Stroud, Gloucestershire. This role involves various duties including grass cutting, hedge trimming, and tree maintenance, with a focus on reliable performance and teamwork.

The ideal candidate will have previous experience in landscaping or grounds maintenance, a full UK driving licence, and the ability to work in all weather conditions. Higher hourly rates are available for those with arborist qualifications.