Tractor Driver Landscape Services · Tonbridge

Lumina Energy; Tonbridge; On-site; GBP 31,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in outdoor maintenance seeks a skilled Tractor Driver to operate equipment and ensure high service standards. The role involves working independently and as part of a team to maintain landscapes, requiring a clean driving license and strong health and safety knowledge.

Benefits

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Extra day off for birthday

Generous discount schemes

Life assurance cover

Health cash plan

Opportunities for progression and development

Qualifications

• Experience operating tractors and mounted implements.
• Understanding of machinery maintenance and health & safety.

Responsibilities

• Operate tractors and mounted equipment for grounds maintenance.
• Inspect and maintain equipment to ensure safety and functionality.
• Complete paperwork, site inspections, and health and safety checks.

Skills

Health and Safety

Customer Service

Machinery Maintenance

Education

GCSE English and Maths

Tools

Tractors

Job description

Role: Tractor Driver

Brand: Landscape Services

Salary: £30,785.23 (39 hours per week)

Location: Tonbridge

Landscape Services is seeking a skilled and self-motivated Tractor Driver to join our dedicated Grounds Maintenance team. This is a key role supporting various sites by operating tractors and mounted implements to ensure high standards of service delivery.

We are looking for someone with solid operational experience in tractor driving, a strong understanding of health and safety practices, and the ability to work independently and as part of a team. The role offers an excellent opportunity to work outdoors, take ownership of equipment, and contribute to maintaining high-quality landscapes for our clients.

A current, clean driving licence and a full DBS check (provided by the Company) are required for this role.

In return, we offer:

• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• An extra day off for your birthday
• Generous discount schemes, including gym and retail
• Life assurance cover
• Health cash plan
• Opportunities for progression and development
• And many more perks

Key Duties:

• Operate tractors and mounted equipment to complete grounds maintenance to a high standard
• Inspect and maintain equipment to manufacturer specifications, ensuring safety and functionality
• Plan and request materials and resources, complying with chemical legislation
• Complete paperwork, site inspections, health and safety checks, and vehicle documentation
• Organise and deliver work efficiently, considering site conditions and safety
• Maintain a clean, safe, and professional work environment, reporting incidents or near misses
• Provide excellent customer service and represent Landscape Services professionally
• Respond to seasonal or emergency works such as snow clearance and flooding
• Use company IT systems for logging activities and reporting

What we need from you:

• Experience operating tractors and mounted implements
• Understanding of machinery maintenance and health & safety
• Experience in grounds maintenance (desirable)
• Ability to work independently and manage workload, including administrative tasks
• Comfortable working alone and in flexible environments
• Full UK Driving Licence (essential)
• PA1/PA6 certification (desirable)
• GCSE English and Maths or equivalent (desirable)

About Landscape Services:

We are a specialist provider of outdoor maintenance and management services, including grounds maintenance, arboriculture, horticulture, and landscaping. With over 80 years of experience, we deliver valuable, safe, and sustainable results for our customers, aligning our solutions with our core values and environmental commitments.

About Commercial Services Group:

CSG is the UK's largest local authority-owned trading company, wholly owned by Kent County Council, generating over £800m annually and serving over 16,000 customers worldwide. We aim to be a global leader in education and public sector services, operating in 86 countries with 1,800 staff across 28 brands.

We value diversity and inclusivity and encourage applications from all qualified individuals. We also provide reasonable adjustments during the application process upon request.