Location: Epping, Essex, with travel across the surrounding area
Salary: £27,700 per annum (with potential to earn up to 15% annual performance bonus)
Full-Time | Permanent
Benefits
Performance-related bonus of up to 15% of annual salary
7% employer pension contribution
Private healthcare
Life insurance (4x annual salary)
25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays
Ongoing training and development opportunities
Uniform, PPE and equipment provided
Supportive team environment with opportunities for progression
About the Role
We are seeking a reliable and enthusiastic Gardener to join our growing Grounds Maintenance team, delivering high-quality gardening and landscaping services across Waltham Abbey and the wider Epping area.
This is a hands-on outdoor role suited to someone who enjoys working in green spaces, takes pride in maintaining high standards, and is committed to providing excellent service. You'll work as part of a supportive team helping to maintain attractive, safe and well-presented environments for our customers and communities.
Key Responsibilities
Carry out general grounds maintenance activities, including:
Grass cutting
Hedge trimming
Pruning
Weeding
Shrub and border maintenance
Undertake horticultural tasks to maintain landscaped areas to a high standard
Apply pesticides and herbicides safely and in accordance with relevant regulations (where qualified)
Operate, maintain and care for gardening machinery, tools and vehicles
Complete work efficiently and to agreed schedules and quality standards
Follow all health and safety procedures and safe working practices
Report maintenance issues, defects and potential hazards
Work collaboratively with colleagues and contribute positively to the team
About You
We are looking for someone who is:
Positive, dependable and hardworking
Passionate about outdoor work and gardening
Able to carry out the physical demands of grounds maintenance work
Organised with good time management skills
Professional in their approach and communication
Able to work independently and as part of a team
Committed to delivering excellent standards of work
Essential Requirements
Full UK driving licence
Ability to work outdoors throughout the year in varying weather conditions
Good understanding of health and safety practices
Desirable Skills and Experience
Previous experience in grounds maintenance, gardening or landscaping
PA1 and PA6 qualifications (or equivalent)
Experience using:
Ride-on mowers
Strimmers
Hedge cutters
Leaf blowers
Other grounds maintenance equipment
Experience operating ride-on machinery such as Ransomes Highway 3 mowers
Soft landscaping experience including planting and garden improvements
Basic IT skills, including use of mobile devices and email
Additional Information
The successful applicant will be required to undergo a DBS check.
Why Join Us?
This is an excellent opportunity to join a friendly, experienced and supportive team within a growing organisation that values its employees. If you enjoy working outdoors, take pride in maintaining high-quality green spaces and are looking for a role where your contribution is genuinely valued, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today to become part of our team
Salary description
£27700.00 - £30000.00 per year