Landscape Operative (Groundworker) 6426

Company: First Base Employment
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Location: Stroud
Job Description:

Landscape Operative (Groundworker) 6426

Location: Stroud, Gloucestershire

Hours: Monday to Thursday: 7:00am – 4:00pm; Friday: 7:00am – 1:00pm. (Extended hours may be required depending on site location)

Salary: £15.00 per hour (higher rates considered for candidates with arborist experience and qualifications)

Key Responsibilities of a Landscape Operative

  • Grass cutting and general grounds maintenance
  • Weed control using appropriate equipment and techniques
  • Hedge cutting and pruning
  • Tree work and general arboriculture duties (if qualified)
  • Fencing installation and repairs
  • Tree and shrub planting
  • Soft landscaping and turfing projects
  • Driving to and from sites across a wide geographical area, including North Dorset and the West Midlands
  • Ensuring vehicles are returned to the operational depot in Stroud at the end of each day while on agency placement

Key Skills of a Landscape Operative

  • Previous experience in grounds maintenance, landscaping, or a similar outdoor manual role
  • Full UK driving licence (essential)
  • Over 18 years of age (due to vehicle insurance restrictions)
  • Reliable, hardworking, and able to work extended hours when required
  • Arborist qualifications or experience (desirable — higher rates considered)
  • Good teamwork skills and a positive attitude towards outdoor, physical work in all weathers

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Posted: May 21st, 2026