Gardener Maintenance · Egham

Grounds Maintenance Operative Location: Egham, TW20 0AG

Salary: Above Real living wage

Contract Type: Flexible with consistent full time availability

Typical Hours: Saturday and Sunday, 5 hours a day

Join a team where your experience matters. We’re looking for reliable and skilled Gardener to support the delivery of high‑quality grounds services at a prestigious hotel in Egham. If you take pride in your work, understand the importance of health and safety, and want to be part of a professional and well‑managed team, we want to hear from you!

What you’ll do:

• Carrying out routine and specialist grounds maintenance tasks including grass cutting, strimming, hedge trimming, spraying, pruning, and litter picking.
• Operating a range of equipment and machinery safely and effectively.
• Maintaining tools, vehicles, and PPE to a high standard and reporting any defects.
• Recording completed work using mobile technology (training provided).
• Working collaboratively with your team to meet quality and performance targets.

What you’ll get:

• Career progression: Opportunities for development, formal training, and upskilling.
• Supportive team: Work alongside experienced colleagues and supportive leadership.
• Well‑maintained equipment: You’ll have access to the latest well‑maintained electric tools, quieter, lighter, and easier to use.

What we’re looking for:

• Previous experience in a similar grounds maintenance role.
• A good understanding of health & safety procedures and safe equipment use.
• Full UK driving licence (preferred).
• Spraying qualifications (PA1 & PA6) and/or horticultural certification (desirable).
• A proactive, professional attitude and ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.

If you’re ready to take the next step in your grounds career, apply now and join a team that values your skills and commitment.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary – aligned with your skills and experience.
• Pension scheme – helping you plan for the future.
• Recognition schemes – celebrating and rewarding great work.
• Private GP service – fast, convenient access to medical support.
• Life insurance – providing added peace of mind.
• Subsidised gym membership – supporting your health and wellbeing.
• Holiday buy scheme – purchase up to 5 additional days of annual leave.

Equal Opportunities Statement:

At Ground Control, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to thrive. We believe that diversity drives innovation and success, and we welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, race (including colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin), religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic as defined in the Equality Act 2010. We actively support and promote an inclusive culture, ensuring fair and equitable treatment throughout the recruitment process and across all stages of employment, including training, development, promotion, pay, and termination. We are committed to providing reasonable adjustments for disabled applicants and employees, and to creating a working environment free from discrimination, harassment, bullying, or victimisation. We expect all colleagues to uphold our values of dignity, respect, and inclusion. We take a zero-tolerance approach to any form of discriminatory behaviour and are committed to continuous improvement through training, inclusive policies, and accountability at all levels.