Operative (Garden Maintenance)

Company: Ernest Gordon Recruitment Limited
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Location: Watford
Job Description:

Operative (Garden Maintenance)

£27,500 + Bonus + 31 Days Holiday + Van + Life Insurance + Sick Pay

Watford

Are you a Maintenance Operative with a background in Gardening, Landscaping, or a similar field, looking to join a thriving company offering a long‑term and stable position, a good work‑life balance, and progression to supervisory roles?

This role involves travelling to both residential and commercial sites to perform general gardening and landscaping tasks such as digging, turfing, pruning, and site clearance. The company provides fully funded training for extra qualifications and certificates.

Established 30 years ago, this company is one of the UK’s leading specialists in invasive plant removal, working across England and Wales in residential and commercial properties.

Responsibilities

  • Managing and removing invasive plants such as bamboo or Japanese knotweed
  • Assisting with gardening, landscaping, and site clearance work
  • Receiving full training through shadowing a Supervisor, plus funded external courses
  • Working Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours a week
  • Travelling to both residential and commercial sites
  • Engaging in general gardening tasks including digging, turfing, pruning, and site clearance

Qualifications

  • Gardening/landscaping experience, or similar background
  • Over 21 years of age and hold a full UK driving licence
  • Willingness to undergo full training and external courses

This role suits someone who is hard‑working and reliable, looking for a hands‑on outdoor role within a family‑feel company offering a stable and permanent career with opportunities for progression and training.

Reference Number: BBBH25585a

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates. The salary advertised is a guideline for this position. The offered remuneration will be dependent on the extent of your experience, qualifications, and skill set.

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Posted: July 6th, 2026