Estate Grounds Maintenance

Grounds Maintenance Operative - South East London & South London

Are you an enthusiastic and reliable Grounds Maintenance Operative looking for a permanent role with excellent pay and a great working environment?

We are currently recruiting Grounds Maintenance Operatives to work across our contracts covering Erith, Brixton, Croydon, and Sidcup. We offer a minimum pay rate of £14.80 per hour (London Living Wage), along with the opportunity to join a growing and supportive team.

The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining a variety of sites to a high standard, ensuring customer expectations are consistently met. You will work independently and as part of a team, identifying opportunities to improve service delivery and maintain attractive outdoor spaces.

Key Responsibilities:

Weeding

Pruning

Planting

Lawn mowing

Strimming

Hedge cutting

General horticultural and grounds maintenance duties

Operating a range of power and hand tools safely and effectively

Requirements:

Full UK Driving Licence

Proven experience in grounds maintenance or horticulture

Ability to work independently and use initiative

Strong team-working skills

Experience operating horticultural equipment, including mowers, strimmers, and hedge cutters

Good understanding of Health & Safety procedures

Commitment to delivering high-quality work and excellent customer service

Desirable (but not essential):

PA1 and PA6 spraying certificates

Horticultural qualifications

Ride-on mower certification

In return, you'll join a hardworking, friendly team that values professionalism, development, and a positive working environment.

Pay: £14.80 per hour minimum (London Living Wage)
Location: Contracts across Erith, Brixton, Croydon, and Sidcup
Job Type: Permanent

To apply, please submit your CV today