Job Description

Ready to grow your career while helping communities flourish? Do you know your way around a mower better than most people know their way around a spreadsheet? Fancy a role where you can help neighbourhoods stay in bloom all year round?

We're looking for a passionate and hardworking Neighbourhood Gardener to help keep our estates and neighbourhoods looking their best. Reporting to the Neighbourhood Services Manager (Gardening), you'll play a vital role in creating attractive, safe, and welcoming outdoor spaces that our customers are proud to call home.

This is a hands-on role for someone who enjoys working outdoors, takes pride in high standards, and understands the value that well-maintained green spaces bring to local communities.

Location: the role covers Ipswich/Colchester and surrounding areas

Hours: Full Time - 37 hpw - Monday to Thursday 08:00-16:00, Friday 08:00-15:30

Contract: Permanent + Company Van

What You'll Be Doing

No two days are quite the same, but your responsibilities will include:

• carrying out grounds maintenance tasks across our neighbourhoods.
• operating a range of equipment, including strimmers, ride-on mowers and hedge cutters.
• litter picking and helping keep communal outdoor areas clean and attractive.
• undertaking spraying activities where appropriate.
• maintaining equipment and ensuring all health and safety requirements are followed.
• working efficiently to deliver excellent value and customer service.
• supporting a positive team culture and contributing to the success of the wider service.

What You'll Bring

You'll be someone who:

• has experience within the horticultural or grounds maintenance industry.
• is confident using gardening and grounds maintenance equipment.
• holds a full UK driving licence.
• has strong communication and problem-solving skills.
• has basic digital skills, including Microsoft Outlook and Teams.
• takes a proactive approach and enjoys working as part of a team.
• cares about delivering high standards and making a difference to customers.

For full details on the role and its responsibilities, click here to view the Neighbourhood Gardener - The Part I Play document.

Why Join Us

As well as a rewarding role where your work is visible every day, you'll have the opportunity to:

• expand your practical knowledge of grounds maintenance.
• develop your understanding of operational digital systems.
• work alongside a supportive and customer-focused team.
• potentially mentor trainees and apprentices as your experience grows.
• help create communities where people can thrive.

What We Offer

• competitive salary - £27667.79 per annum
• 25 days holiday + Bank Holidays (increasing to 28 days after 5 years service)
• company van + tools
• Family Friendly policies
• Health and Wellbeing support

For full benefit information, click here.

How to apply

To apply please click "apply online" below. You will be asked to attach your CV (in MS Word or PDF format) and provide a supporting statement, outlining why you’re the right person for the job.

Important information

Closing Date: 6th September 2026 (Midnight)

About Us

Flagship Services is part of Bromford Flagship Livewest. By joining us, you become part of a one of the largest housing providers in the UK - delivering community-focused services across the East, Central and South West of England. We manage approximately 120,000 homes, serving around 300,000 customers, and with firm ambitions to deliver an additional 50,000 new homes by 2040. Join us to help create communities where people can put down roots, feel secure, and thrive.