Job Description

Grounds Maintenance Operative

Location: Egham

Salary: Above Real living wage

Contract Type: Permanent

Typical Hours: 10 hours, Saturday and Sunday

Join a team where your experience matters.

We are seeking a dedicated and skilled Gardener to join our team, responsible for maintaining and enhancing the beauty and health of outdoor landscapes. The ideal candidate will have a passion for horticulture and gardening, with experience in landscape maintenance. This role offers an opportunity to work outdoors in a dynamic environment, contributing to the aesthetic appeal for a prestigious hotel while ensuring the proper upkeep of green spaces.

Responsibilities

• Perform landscape maintenance including mowing, pruning, planting, and fertilising to ensure healthy growth and visual appeal.

• Operate a range of power tools, hand tools, and machinery safely and efficiently.

• Conduct routine maintenance of gardening equipment and mechanical systems to ensure optimal performance.

• Assist with horticultural projects related to garden design or landscape features, including digging, planting, and installing features.

• Manage irrigation systems to optimise water usage and maintain healthy plant life.

• Monitor plant health, identify pests or diseases, and apply appropriate treatments as necessary.

• Collaborate with clients or team members to plan garden layouts or improvements aligned with aesthetic goals.

• Ensure all work areas are kept clean, organised, and safe in accordance with health and safety regulations.

What we're looking for

• Previous experience in a similar grounds maintenance, gardening, or horticulture.

• Mechanical knowledge related to garden machinery and power tools.

• Proficiency in using hand tools such as secateurs, spades, rakes, and shovels.

• Spraying qualifications (PA1 & PA6) and/or horticultural certification (desirable)

• A proactive, professional attitude and ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team

• Full UK driving license (preferred)

If you’re ready to take the next step in your grounds career, apply now and join a team that values your skills and commitment.

Benefits;

• Competitive salary – aligned with your skills and experience

• Pension scheme – helping you plan for the future

• Recognition schemes – celebrating and rewarding great work

• Private GP service – fast, convenient access to medical support

• Life insurance – providing added peace of mind

• Subsidised gym membership – supporting your health and wellbeing

• Holiday buy scheme – purchase up to 5 additional days of annual leave

Equal Opportunities Statement

At Ground Control, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to thrive. We believe that diversity drives innovation and success, and we welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.

We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, race (including colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin), religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic as defined in the Equality Act 2010.

We actively support and promote an inclusive culture, ensuring fair and equitable treatment throughout the recruitment process and across all stages of employment, including training, development, promotion, pay, and termination. We are committed to providing reasonable adjustments for disabled applicants and employees, and to creating a working environment free from discrimination, harassment, bullying, or victimisation.

We expect all colleagues to uphold our values of dignity, respect, and inclusion. We take a zero-tolerance approach to any form of discriminatory behaviour and are committed to continuous improvement through training, inclusive policies, and accountability at all levels. #Maint

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