At a Glance
- Tasks: Create stunning landscapes through hard and soft landscaping activities.
- Company: Join a leading landscaping contractor with a focus on quality and teamwork.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive pay, training opportunities, and a pension scheme.
- Other info: Opportunities for career progression to Lead Landscaper available.
- Why this job: Transform outdoor spaces while developing your skills in a dynamic environment.
- Qualifications: 3 years of landscaping experience and a valid CSCS/LISS card required.
The predicted salary is between 32000 - 45000 £ per year.
Location: Various sites across the South of England (Main office: Basingstoke)
Employment Type: Full‑Time Permanent (subject to probation)
Salary: £32,000–£45,000 (depending on experience, qualifications and equipment tickets)
Company Overview: Landscape Construction Group Ltd is a specialist commercial landscaping and grounds maintenance contractor delivering high-quality external works to residential developers, commercial clients, local authorities, hotels, schools and private clients.
Role Overview: The Skilled Landscaper will undertake a wide range of hard and soft landscaping activities and will be expected to work independently or as part of a team to deliver projects safely, efficiently and to a high standard.
Key Responsibilities:
- Paving installation
- Kerb and edging installation
- Timber works including fencing and sleeper walls
- Drainage installation
- Tree and shrub planting
- Turfing and seeding
- Topsoil preparation
- Setting out works from drawings
- Operating small plant and tools
- Operating forward tipper dumpers and excavators below 10t
- Assist supervisor in completing QA records
- Carry out vehicle and equipment checks
Health, Safety & Environmental Responsibilities:
Work in accordance with company Health & Safety policies, follow company RAMS, PPE requirements and environmental procedures.
Essential Requirements:
- Minimum 3 years’ landscape construction experience with strong understanding of soft and hard landscaping practices
- Valid CSCS/LISS skilled worker’s card with NVQ level 2 in landscape construction or other relevant industry qualification
- Ability to read technical drawings
- Physically fit and capable of outdoor work
- Ability to work in a team and good communication skills
- Right to work in the UK
- Full UK driving license
Desirable Qualifications:
- CPCS/NPORS plant tickets for forward tipping dumpers, excavators, chippers, chainsaws, tracked dumpers
- First Aid at work certificate
- CAT & Genny training
Development Opportunities:
Progression to Lead Landscaper through training, experience and achievement of relevant qualifications.
Benefits:
- Competitive pay
- Training opportunities
- Pension scheme
- Career progression opportunities
Skilled Landscaper in Basingstoke employer: HL Services
Join a dedicated and friendly team as a Grounds Maintenance Operative in South East London, where your contributions to maintaining beautiful outdoor spaces are truly valued. With a competitive pay rate of £14.80 per hour and a commitment to employee development, we foster a supportive work culture that encourages growth and teamwork. Enjoy the satisfaction of delivering high-quality service while working in a dynamic environment across vibrant locations like Erith, Brixton, Croydon, and Sidcup.
