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.