field_remote_option

field_job_employment_type

job_industry

field_job_occupational_field_parents_all

job_organization_name

Title: Grounds Maintenance OperativeContract Type: Permanent, Full timeSalary: £26,780Grade: 2Reporting Office: London, StratfordPersona: Contractual hours to be worked from allocated site(s), with ad hoc office attendance as requiredClosing Date: 2nd December at 11pmInterview Date: 11th December at our office in Stratford<a href="https://lqgroup.engageats.co.uk//ViewAttachment.aspx?enc=jmxpV+AcVus8i/wvT3FZXrrCOvCUGNWd9uca/tGZrAI3dMyH7+aRsXJPdz+CdVHAPIM+oUOxi3J0oO9bsMlgDHwS6GrFLelv5ZD21d0ED0FO1mtgxHAdmlmBLyp9P7Ik" target="_blank">Role Profile - Grounds Maintenance Operative (5).docx</a> <a href="https://www.lqgroup.org.uk/working-at-landq/why-work-for-landq/benefits" target="_blank">Benefits</a> include: Excellent pension plan (up to 6% double contribution), 28 days Annual Leave rising to 31 days with length of service + Bank Holidays, Westfield Health Cash Plan, non-contributory life assurance, up to 21 hours volunteering paid days, lifestyle benefits, Employee Assistance Programme and <a href="https://www.lqgroup.org.uk/working-at-landq/why-work-for-landq/benefits" target="_blank">many more</a>…Early applications are encouraged as we reserve the right to close the advertisement and interview earlier than stated.Join our Grounds Maintenance Team at L&amp;Q:We are seeking a Static Gardener/Grounds Maintenance Operative who is dedicated and easy-going individual to help maintain our schemes in East London. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of hedging, lawns, shrubs, and perennials, with the ability to organise and prioritise gardening tasks throughout the seasons and will have strong communication skills, both written and verbal and be IT literate.Your impact in the role:<ul><li>Mowing and lawn care</li><li>Planting and general aftercare</li><li>Pruning and hedge cutting</li><li>Weeding and border maintenance</li><li>General landscaping upkeep</li><li>Using horticultural machinery, including pedestrian mowers, hedge cutters, strimmer’s, and backpack blowers</li><li>Pesticide application PA1 &amp; PA6</li><li>Working as part of a team</li></ul>What you'll bring:<ul><li>Horticultural experience</li><li>Good plant knowledge</li><li>Driving license – disable</li><li>Enjoys working outdoors.</li></ul>DBSFor this post the successful candidate will need to apply for or be in possession of an Basic Disclosure Barring Service certificate (DBS) to enable them to work within the team. For further information about the Disclosure Barring Service please visit <a href="http://www.homeoffice.gov.uk/" target="_blank">www.homeoffice.gov.uk</a>If you require any reasonable adjustments at any stage during this process, including application stage, please email <a href="mailto:lqcareers@lqgroup.org.uk" target="_blank">lqcareers@lqgroup.org.uk</a>About L&amp;Q:We’re one of the UK’s leading housing associations and developers. We were founded on a simple belief: high quality housing is vital for people’s health, happiness and security. Everyone deserves a quality home that gives them the chance to live a better life.250,000 people call our properties ‘home’, and we’re proud to serve diverse communities across London, the South East and North West of England.At L&amp;Q, people are at the heart of our business and our success depends on employing the best people and getting the best from them. The foundation of everything that we are is built on our corporate <a href="https://www.lqgroup.org.uk/-/media/files/careers/behavioural-framework.pdf" target="_blank">values and behavioural framework</a>, which outlines our core expectations and should be demonstrated at all times, and all levels, when representing L&amp;Q.L&amp;Q strongly believe a diverse and inclusive workforce is important, and inclusion is part of our core values and everyday working practices. We make hiring decisions based on your experiences, skills and merits and we are recognised externally for our commitment to inclusion. We are a Stonewall Diversity Champion, a Disability Confident (Committed) employer and have signed the Time to Change Employer Pledge to demonstrate our commitment to end mental health discrimination in the workplace. Click <a href="https://www.lqgroup.org.uk/about-landq/our-vision-and-values/ethics-and-diversity" target="_blank">here</a> to read more.At L&amp;Q, sustainability is at the heart of what we do. We recognise the responsibility we hold as one of the UK’s largest housing associations.Click <a href="https://www.lqgroup.org.uk/working-at-landq/why-work-for-landq" target="_blank">here</a> to find out more about L&amp;Q and why you should join us!<ul></ul>

London and Quadrant Housing Trust

Grounds Maintenance Operative - 7325

Gardener – Help Our Communities Bloom This role will cover EN6, WD19, WD23-25 postcodes. Your hub base will be WD23 3PY. Love working outdoors? Enjoy creating beautiful, well-kept spaces that people can enjoy? As a Gardener at Peabody, you’ll play a key role in keeping our estates green, clean, and thriving all year round. From planting vibrant seasonal beds to maintaining hedges and lawns, you’ll make sure our communal areas look their best.This is a hands-on role where your work is seen and appreciated every day. You’ll be part of a supportive team that values your skills and gives you the tools to succeed.What You’ll Do<ul><li>Carry out scheduled grounds maintenance tasks across our estates</li><li>Plant and maintain summer and winter beds, hedges, and turf</li><li>Weed, spray, and clear leaves in line with seasonal requirements</li><li>Operate and maintain powered and manual gardening tools</li><li>Apply and store chemicals safely in line with regulations</li><li>Remove and dispose of green waste responsibly</li><li>Assist with landscaping projects and improvements</li><li>Respond to emergencies and report issues like vandalism or defects</li><li>Follow health and safety guidelines and wear PPE at all times</li></ul>What You’ll Need<ul><li>A full UK driving licence (you’ll drive company vehicles)</li><li>Experience in gardening or grounds maintenance</li><li>Ability to use powered and manual horticultural equipment</li><li>Good communication skills and a customer-focused attitude</li><li>Physical ability to carry out manual work in all weather conditions</li><li>Basic knowledge of health and safety regulations</li><li>PA1 &amp; PA6a pesticide certificates – desirable but not essential</li><li>A satisfactory Basic DBS check</li></ul>Why Join Us? When you join Peabody, you’re joining a team guided by our values: Be Kind, Do the Right Thing, Love New Ideas, Celebrate Diversity, Keep Our Promises, and Pull Together. We believe in creating a workplace where everyone feels supported, included, and empowered.What We Offer<ul><li>30 days’ annual leave, plus bank holidays</li><li>Two paid volunteering days each year</li><li>Flexible benefits scheme and discount portal</li><li>Life assurance at 4x your salary</li><li>Up to 10% pension contribution</li><li>Ongoing training and development opportunities</li><li>Employee assistance programme</li></ul>Please Read Before Applying This is a physically active, outdoor role. You’ll need to be comfortable working in all weather conditions and using powered tools and machinery. A full UK driving licence and Basic DBS check are essential. Interviews are ongoing until Friday 5th December.If this sounds like we are right for you and you’d love to be part of Peabody, we’d like to hear from you. Please apply now by submitting an anonymised CV and a short statement explaining why you’re the perfect fit for this role.Got questions? Reach out to George Murphy, Talent Specialist at <a href="mailto:george.murphy@peabody.org.uk" target="_blank">george.murphy@peabody.org.uk</a>Please note: Peabody is not a licensed UK sponsor, so we’re unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role.





<ul></ul>

Peabody

Estate Services Gardener

Role PurposeTower Hamlets is a culturally diverse borough in which an exciting opportunity has arisen for a Green Team Operative As a Green Team operative for the Boroughs Green Team you will take a lead role on the horticultural maintenance of Parks and Open Spaces throughout Tower Hamlets You will be responsible for a range of duties including Grass cutting flower bed maintenance and bowling green maintenance The Council is committed to improving the quality of its green spaces and the Green Team Operative will have a key role in supporting this aim.Key ResponsibilitiesThe key responsibilities for the role of Green Team operative include:<ul> <li>Carry out a range of horticultural maintenance activities, in accordance with best horticultural practices, so that designated sites are prepared and maintained to a high standard of horticulture and overall appearance</li> <li>Support the implementation of improvements to designated sites, and the associated preparation for local and national award schemes.</li> <li>Undertake basic maintenance of tools, equipment and machinery, identifying and reporting defects.</li> <li>Deal with the public in a courteous and efficient manner, answering questions relating to the parks, noting and reporting any complaints to the Operations Leader.</li> <li>Participate in the delivery of horticultural- and ecological-based community events and activities such as tree planting, bulb planting and clean-up days.</li> <li>The Council has a strong commitment to achieving equality and opportunity in both services to the community and in the employment of people, and expects all employees to understand and promote its policies in their own work, including undertaking any training where necessary.</li></ul>RequirementsKey requirements for the role of Green Team operative include Knowledge of issues relating to parks and open spaces. Knowledge of First Aid necessary to protect public safety and the infrastructure of the park. Knowledge of Health &amp; Safety pertaining to parks and open spaces and the safe use of Pesticides Working knowledge of plants, bedding schemes and fine turf maintenance Experience of working in a front line grounds maintenance service Working experience of maintaining green spaces to a high standard Experience of working alone and as a member of a team Experience in the use of appropriate grounds maintenance tools and machinery Able to operate and carry out routine maintenance of horticultural machinery tools and equipmentAdditional InformationInterviews will be week commencing TBC For an informal discussion on this post, please contact Lesley Pearce, Green Team Coordinator (Clean, Green &amp; Highways) on 07572102276 or <a href="mailto:lesely.pearce@towerhamlets.gov.uk" target="_blank">lesely.pearce@towerhamlets.gov.uk</a> This post is open to the following types of applicants: Redeployees/Internal/External/Agency All applications should be made via our online application system, no CV’s or alternative forms of applications are accepted. Internal employees should apply via the council's Intranet. External applicants apply via the Council's website <a href="https://lbth-app.alvius.net/jobs/1885/url" target="_blank">http://www.towerhamlets.gov.uk/lgnl/jobs_and_careers/council_vacancies.aspx</a>Application DetailsThis post is open to the following types of applicants: Redeployees/ Internal/ External/ AgencyIf this role is available to Internal employees only, this will include agency workers but does not include independent contractors or Skills Match traineesAll applications should be made via our online application system, no CV’s or alternative forms of applications are accepted.Internal employees should apply via the council's Intranet. External applicants apply via the Council's website <a href="https://lbth-app.alvius.net/jobs/1885/url" target="_blank">www.towerhamlets.gov.uk/careers</a>Tower Hamlets vision for our borough is that: people are aspirational, independent and have equal access to opportunities; we are a borough that our residents are proud of and love to live in; and we are a dynamic, outcomes-based council using digital innovation and partnership working to respond to the changing needs of our borough. We want people who aspire to our TOWER values: Together; Open; Willing; Excellent; Respect.Tower Hamlets has a zero-tolerance approach to, and works to eradicate, all forms of discrimination on the basis of race, sex, disability, age, religion or belief, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marital status, status as a civil partner, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy and maternity and looks to employ a diverse workforce representative of those groups. We recognise that people can also be disadvantaged by their social and economic circumstances, so we will work to eliminate discrimination and disadvantage caused by social class. BenefitsTower Hamlets is a truly unique borough at the heart of London – a place where history and innovation sit side by side. From the docks and markets that shaped the East End to the global business hub of Canary Wharf, we are proud to be one of the most dynamic, diverse, and ambitious communities in the UK. We are also one of the fastest growing and youngest boroughs in the country, offering unrivalled opportunities to make a real difference to people’s lives. Our residents are energetic, creative, and resilient, and our council is committed to delivering the best possible services and opportunities for them.Our award-winning new Town Hall in Whitechapel provides a modern, flexible workplace for our staff, right at the heart of the borough and directly opposite Whitechapel Tube and Elizabeth line station. It is more than just a workplace – it’s a hub for collaboration, innovation and community, designed to bring out the best in our people.As an employer, we put equality, diversity, and inclusion at the heart of everything we do. Our active Employee Network Groups celebrate and champion our workforce, helping to ensure that everyone feels a sense of belonging. Guided by our TOWER values – Together, Open, Willing, Excellent and Respect – we are building a positive, inclusive culture where colleagues can thrive.At Tower Hamlets Council, you’ll find exciting challenges, supportive colleagues, and the chance to shape one of London’s most important and vibrant places. If you’re looking for a role where you can see the impact of your work every day, then Tower Hamlets is the place for you.





<ul></ul>

3 Horticulture Jobs in Borehamwood, UK