Job Overview
Tilbrook's Landscape Ltd is an established and respected grounds maintenance and landscaping contractor operating across East Anglia.
We are currently looking for a reliable and motivated Grounds Maintenance Operative to join our Cambridge team on a full-time, permanent basis. Working 40 hours per week, primarily Monday to Friday, you'll help maintain a range of commercial properties to a high standard while working as part of a friendly and professional team.
If you enjoy working outdoors, take pride in delivering quality work, and are looking for a long-term role with a growing business, we'd love to hear from you.
Duties
- Carrying out grounds maintenance on a variety of commercial sites
- Lawn mowing, strimming, hedge cutting, and general horticultural duties
- Application of herbicides and pesticides (spraying) in line with regulations
- Keeping machinery and tools well-maintained and used safely
- Completing job records and reporting issues promptly
- Ability to work as part of a team and also alone at times.
Qualifications
- Proven experience in landscape maintenance, gardening or horticulture
- Mechanical knowledge related to garden machinery and power tools
- Familiarity with the operation of excavators and irrigation systems is desirable
- Ability to use hand tools confidently and safely
- Construction experience or background in groundskeeping is advantageous
- Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise tasks effectively
- Good physical fitness with the ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions
- Relevant certifications or licences for operating machinery & application of pesticides (PA1 & PA6) preferred but not essential.
This role is ideal for motivated individuals seeking a rewarding career in outdoor maintenance, offering opportunities for skill development within a supportive team environment.
Pay: £27,040.00-£30,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Free parking
- On-site parking
Experience:
- Landscape/horticulture: 1 year (preferred)
Language:
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Location:
- Cambridge CB1 9NJ (preferred)
Work Location: In person
