Grounds Maintenance

Experienced Gardener Wanted - Stratford | £28,000 Annual Salary | Supportive Work Environment

Are you an experienced Gardener based in or near Stratford? Are you looking for a permanent role with an annual salary of £28,000 and a positive, team-focused environment? We're seeking a proactive and motivated individual to join our team and deliver high-quality grounds maintenance services across multiple sites.

Our client is a rapidly growing company and one of the UK's leading providers of integrated management and maintenance services for parks and green spaces. Due to continued expansion, they are now recruiting a Grounds Maintenance Operative to support operations in the Stratford area.

Key Responsibilities:

Carrying out horticultural maintenance and improvement works

Using a variety of power tools and horticultural equipment

Planting and maintaining shrubs, seasonal displays, and bedding schemes

Identifying opportunities for site improvements and contributing to business development

Ensuring all tasks meet customer expectations and company standards

Requirements:

Proven experience in horticulture and grounds maintenance

Level 2 qualification in Horticulture (or equivalent)

Strong plant knowledge and experience working with shrubs and planting schemes

Self-motivated with the ability to work independently or as part of a team

Competent in using power tools, including hedge cutters, strimmers, and mowers

Certificates in spraying (PA1 & PA6) and ride-on mower operation are desirable but not essential

A solid understanding of health & safety practices on-site

Experience delivering work to customer specifications and quality standards

What You'll Get in Return:

A competitive annual salary of £28,000

A supportive and dynamic work environment

Opportunities for professional growth in a fast-expanding organisation

If you're passionate about horticulture and want to work for a company that values your skills and initiative, we'd love to hear from you