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Landscape Operative (Groundworker) 6426

Landscape Operative (Groundworker) 6426

Location:
Stroud, Gloucestershire

Hours:
Monday to Thursday: 7:00am – 4:00pm
Friday: 7:00am – 1:00pm
(Extended hours may be required depending on site location)

Salary:
£15.00 per hour (higher rates considered for candidates with arborist experience and qualifications)


Key Responsibilities of a Landscape Operative:

  • Grass cutting and general grounds maintenance

  • Weed control using appropriate equipment and techniques

  • Hedge cutting and pruning

  • Tree work and general arboriculture duties (if qualified)

  • Fencing installation and repairs

  • Tree and shrub planting

  • Soft landscaping and turfing projects

  • Driving to and from sites across a wide geographical area, including North Dorset and the West Midlands

  • Ensuring vehicles are returned to the operational depot in Stroud at the end of each day while on agency placement


Key Skills of a Landscape Operative:

  • Previous experience in grounds maintenance, landscaping, or a similar outdoor manual role

  • Full UK driving licence (essential)

  • Over 18 years of age (due to vehicle insurance restrictions)

  • Reliable, hardworking, and able to work extended hours when required

  • Arborist qualifications or experience (desirable — higher rates considered)

  • Good teamwork skills and a positive attitude towards outdoor, physical work in all weathers


To apply for this role, please email your CV to zee.powell@first-base.co.uk or call Zee Powell on 01453 755330.
 

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Stroud, Gloucestershire
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