Landscaping Operative

Landscaping Operative

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Location: Wickford, Essex

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Salary/hourly rate: £12.25ph

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Contract type: Permanent

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Working hours: Full time, 40 hours per week - 7:00am - 4:30pm Monday to Friday

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About the role

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As a Landscaping Operative, you will required to assist the team leader on various landscaping jobs for new build developers around the southeast. This could be anything from a new build, front lawn, rear garden, or public open space. This is a great opportunity to develop your leadership skills, learn more and provide high quality work for numerous exciting contracts.

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Requirements

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• Prior experience in landscaping, include planting, turfing, mulching, tree planting and various other landscaping activity\n
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• Physically fit and able to work outdoors in all weather conditions.
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• A full valid UK driving licence.
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• A strong health and safety mindset. CSCS card is essential
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Why join us?

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As the UK's leading grounds maintenance and landscape creation provider, no two projects are ever the same - and neither are our people. That's why we're committed to nurturing a diverse and inclusive culture where everyone can thrive.

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What we offer

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• \nCareer development: We offer career advancement and development opportunities through our bespoke apprenticeship programmes, our extensive in-house training academy, and coaching and mentorship.
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• \nCollaborative team environment: Join a diverse and inclusive workplace where you can collaborate with passionate and talented individuals.
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• \nMeaningful impact: Contribute to projects that make a real difference in the community and environment.
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• \nCompetitive benefits package: We recognise and reward your hard work with our wide-ranging benefits package designed to prioritise your wellbeing, support life choices, and help in both good and challenging times.
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Benefits

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• \nCompany van available during working hours - (don't include in ad but van is only for Team Leader - Op will go with Team Leader in the van)\n
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• 21 days holiday plus bank holidays.
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• \nFamily-friendly policies: Enhanced maternity and shared parental leave.
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• \nEmployee Assistance Programmes: Support for personal and professional challenges.
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• \nVoluntary benefits: Discounts on retail, holidays, gym memberships, and more.
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• \nFinancial wellbeing support: Resources to manage your finances.
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• \nCompetitive pension scheme: Secure your future.
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• \nRecognition schemes: Colleague of the month and annual awards.
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• \nVolunteering policy: Two days per year to support a cause of your choice.
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• \nMental health support: Comprehensive resources and support.
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About idverde

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We are Europe's largest provider of grounds maintenance services and landscape creation, in the UK alone we're a community of over 3,000 passionate colleagues shaping the future of the green industry.

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At idverde, we understand what it means to grow. Our history dates back to 1919, and today, with a turnover of £250 million, we're more than just a company - we're a force for positive change. We offer a range of services to create, maintain, and manage landscapes across the UK.

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Grow with us, and together we'll create a greener future for all.