Landscape Operative

Tennial Personnel are recruiting a Landscape Operative to join a well-established horticultural company based in Campsea Ashe, Suffolk. This is a temporary-to-permanent opportunity, with the potential to secure a permanent position following 12 successful working weeks.

The role would suit a practical, hardworking and reliable individual who enjoys working outdoors and is comfortable working in all weather conditions. The successful candidate will have experience in tree and hedge planting, soft landscaping and some hard landscaping, alongside strong all-round practical skills.

Previous experience operating machinery such as tractors, small diggers or excavators would be highly advantageous. Candidates with backgrounds in farming, agriculture, grounds maintenance, landscaping or similar practical environments are encouraged to apply.

Shift Pattern:
Monday to Friday, 8:00AM – 5:00PM
Potential overtime available

Key Responsibilities:

Carry out tree and hedge planting and maintenance

Complete a range of soft landscaping duties

Assist with hard landscaping projects when required

Prepare and maintain gardens, grounds and outdoor areas

Operate machinery including tractors, small diggers and excavators

Carry out general groundworks and landscaping duties

Use a variety of hand and power tools safely and effectively

Assist with site preparation, planting and general maintenance

Maintain tools, equipment and machinery to a good standard

Work as part of a team to complete landscaping projects to a high standard

Follow all relevant health and safety procedures

Work outdoors in a range of weather conditions

Skills Required

Strong all-round practical and manual skills

Good attention to detail and pride in the quality of work

Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Reliable, hardworking and punctual

Good communication skills

Positive attitude and willingness to learn

Comfortable carrying out manual duties

Comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions

Good understanding of health and safety

Flexible approach to working hours, including potential overtime

Qualifications Required
Previous experience in landscaping, grounds maintenance, agriculture, farming or a similar practical environment

Experience of tree and hedge planting

Previous soft / hard landscaping experience

Experience operating machinery such as tractors, small diggers or excavators

Relevant machinery or plant licences/tickets are advantageous

Full UK driving licence is advantageous

Previous experience working outdoors in all weather conditions

Keywords
Landscaping

Tree Planting

Agriculture
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed