Rural Maintenance Operative

Landmarc Solutions; Hythe; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading rural maintenance service provider is looking for a Rural Maintenance Operative in Hythe, Kent. This role involves operating various machinery and performing maintenance tasks across rural estates in Kent and East Sussex. Landmarc offers competitive salary and outstanding benefits, including pension contributions up to 8% and 25 days of annual leave. A valid UK driving licence is necessary. If you have a can-do attitude and enjoy hands-on work, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Generous holiday entitlement

Pension contributions up to 8%

Health cash plan

Professional development support

Life Assurance

Qualifications

• Experience working in a rural or outdoor environment.
• Preparedness to work across Kent and East Sussex.
• Valid Manual UK driving licence is essential.

Responsibilities

• Operate rural plant and machinery including tractors.
• Perform general rural maintenance tasks.
• Conduct routine inspections of rural assets.

Skills

Operation of rural plant and machinery

General rural maintenance

Health & Safety adherence

Independent task management

Education

Valid Manual UK driving licence

Tools

NPTC chainsaw certificates

Tractor with attachments

Ride on Mowers

Job description

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a skilled and motivated Rural Maintenance Operative to join our team. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys practical, hands on work in a rural environment and is confident operating a wide range of plant and machinery. You'll support the upkeep, safety, and presentation of rural estates across Kent and East Sussex, carrying out varied tasks that keep our landscapes safe, functional, and thriving.

Landmarc offers excellent career progression and great benefits, no previous experience needed, just a great can do attitude!

Shifts run between: 07:30 - 17:30 from Monday to Friday.

Hours of work: 37 per week

Contract: Permanent

Location: Hythe Ranges, Reachfields, Hythe, Kent CT21 6QD

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Main Responsibilities

• Operation of rural plant and machinery, including tractors with attachments and ride on mowers
• General rural maintenance: tree works, fencing, strimming, spraying, planting, and other practical tasks
• Grounds maintenance across multiple sites
• Routine inspections of rural assets
• Adherence to Health & Safety procedures, including risk assessments, safe systems of work, manual handling, and COSHH requirements
• Working independently as well as part of a wider team

The Ideal Candidate

• Experience working in a rural or outdoor environment
• Ability to work alone and manage tasks independently
• Preparedness to work across a range of establishments across Kent and East Sussex (Base will be Acrise Yard, Hawkinge nr Folkestone)
• A valid Manual UK driving licence is essential to carry out the duties of this role (trailer and tractor categories desirable)

Desirable Knowledge / Qualifications

• NPTC chainsaw certificates
• Tractor with trailed and side arm attachments
• PA1 and PA6
• Ride on Mowers
• Strimmer and brush cutter
• Hand held hedge cutter
• Chipper
• 180 and 360 operator
• MEWP operator
• Basic tree inspection

Join Landmarc and Enjoy a Competitive Salary Plus Outstanding Benefits!

At Landmarc, we value our employees and go beyond just offering a competitive salary. We’re proud to provide a range of exceptional benefits designed to support your well‑being, career growth, and work‑life balance. Here are just some of the highlights:

Pension

• Join our company stakeholder pension scheme, with contributions of up to 8% of your salary from Landmarc.

Generous Holiday Entitlement

• Enjoy 25 days of annual leave, pro‑rata.
• Your holiday allowance grows with your continued service.
• Want more time off? You can purchase up to 10 additional days each year for greater flexibility.

Other Amazing Benefits

• Edenred Savings Scheme: Unlock exclusive discounts and savings for you and your family.
• Annual Salary Review: Conducted in consultation with our recognised Trade Unions to ensure fairness.
• Life Assurance: Insured for three times your annual salary to provide peace of mind for your loved ones.
• Health Cash Plan: Access health benefits for you and your family (add up to four children under 24 to your policy).
• Professional Development: Reimbursement of professional fees and support for ongoing training.
• Family‑Friendly Policies: Supporting you during life's important moments.
• Sick Pay: Sick pay starts after just 6 months of service.

At Landmarc, we don’t just offer benefits – we invest in your future, your well‑being, and your career. Join us today and take advantage of everything we have to offer!

About the Company

Landmarc provides the support services that enable Armed Forces from around the world to prepare for frontline military operations across the UK Defence Training Estate (DTE). This includes maintaining and delivering safe and sustainable infrastructure, managing and operating training areas and ranges and delivering multi‑million pound projects to improve vital training assets.

By joining Landmarc you will be supporting our vision to provide the best training experience we can for our Armed Forces. We are the first and only Special Purpose Vehicle to be contracted by the Ministry of Defence (MOD) as their Industry Partner on the UK Defence Training Estate and the only company that is solely dedicated to the UK DTE, delivering essential support services since 2003.