At a Glance
- Tasks: Join a mobile landscaping team to enhance Swindon's green spaces.
- Company: Swindon Borough Council, dedicated to community transformation.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, flexible hours, and personal development opportunities.
- Other info: Inclusive employer welcoming diverse applicants.
- Why this job: Make a visible impact on your community while working outdoors.
- Qualifications: Experience with machinery and a valid UK driving licence preferred.
The predicted salary is between 27254 - 27254 £ per year.
Salary: £27,254 p.a. plus benefits
Please note: 3.3% national pay award increase to be applied in October.
37 hours per week
Swindon Borough Council are on an exciting journey to transform service delivery. We want our town to be the best it can be. Our ambitious vision in the new Swindon Plan is supported by realistic transformation programmes, with the people of Swindon at their heart. Because that's who we're doing it for - the communities and businesses that make our town great. As part of the Council, you'll support a friendly local authority making decisions with real impact. It's all for better public services. Better processes. And a better quality of life, for everyone. Join us, and Swindon will be better with you.
Your next role
There is an exciting opportunity to join our revenue department working as part of a mobile landscaping team, under the guidance of both the senior grounds supervisor and grounds supervisor. As part of the team, you'll have the opportunity to make positive changes to the landscape of the Borough of Swindon that can be seen by all residents and visitors living in or visiting the Town. If you'd like to be a part of positive changes to come, please read the rest of this advert and apply.
The operation of mechanically powered machinery is part of this role and will include the use of Tractors, tractor/side arm, Ride on mowers, pedestrian mowers, hedge cutters, blowers etc. so a level of experience in these areas would be advantageous.
What you'll need
- Representing the Borough daily requires employees to take a pride in their finished work.
- Working in the public eye, you'll need to be of a smart appearance (uniform supplied) and a polite nature.
- Good knowledge of working safely and be able to work to a high standard in all weather conditions.
- You must hold a full valid UK driving licence for manual gearchange and can drive light goods vehicles.
- Flexibility with working hours as required by the service, with core hours being between 06:00 and 22:00.
- Evidence of meeting the essential criteria set out in the role profiles' person specification (attached).
- The application of weed control products is also a part of this role and a PA1 and PA6 qualification would be preferred.
- You must be fluent in the English language (as a requirement of Part 7 of the Immigration Act "for the effective performance of a customer-facing role").
- You will be subject to a Basic Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Check.
Your next package
Please see our Rewards and Benefits offer for more details. As an employee, you will receive a diverse and exciting environment in which to work, encouraging creativity and innovation whilst recognising the need to support ongoing personal development and a flexible work life balance.
For Swindon to thrive in the future, we need to lay the foundations now. It's why our regeneration and transformation programmes are already underway. So, you'll be joining us at an exciting time on our journey. We'll look to you to share your knowledge, influence decisions and drive real, positive change. With your contributions, we'll achieve our vision of a prosperous, revitalised Swindon together. And you'll be proud to say it was made better with you.
Please see our Vision and Values page for more details and our new Swindon Plan.
Potential applicants are sometimes put off if they don't meet 100% of the requirements. We think individual experience, skills and passion make all the difference, so if you meet the majority of the criteria, we'd love to hear from you.
Your next steps
For further information about the role please contact Martin Mansfield, Grounds Supervisor at Mmansfield@swindon.gov.uk
As an inclusive employer, we welcome applications from a diverse range of communities, and in particular disabled people and people from ethnic minorities. Read our statement of commitment to equality & inclusion.
If you are experiencing technical issues submitting your application, please email resourcing@swindon.gov.uk
Closing date: 17 September 2026
Shortlisting date: 24 September 2026
Interview date: w/c 5 October 2026
Gardener x7 in Swindon employer: Swindon Borough Council
Swindon Borough Council is an exceptional employer, dedicated to transforming service delivery for the community. With a strong focus on employee growth and a supportive work culture, you will have the opportunity to make a real impact in the lives of residents while enjoying a range of benefits. Join us in our mission to create a better quality of life for everyone in Swindon, where your contributions are valued and celebrated.
