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Grounds Maintenance Operative

Purple HR


Job Location:

Watford - UK

Hourly Salary: GBP 12 - 12
Posted: 25 September 2026 (Yesterday)
Application Deadline: 23 December 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Join a team that invests in your horticultural career development

Build your expertise with comprehensive training and professional qualifications whilst delivering quality grounds maintenance across diverse sites in Hatfield.

Location: Watford and other areas locally
Salary: 12.71 per hour and upwards
Benefit: Company vehicle
Subject to DBS check

What youll be doing

Youll work across multiple sites delivering grounds maintenance duties to high standards. Each day brings variety as you travel between locations using your company vehicle.

  • Complete grounds maintenance tasks on time and to excellent standards
  • Operate horticultural machinery including strimmers and mowers
  • Provide excellent customer service and build strong client relationships
  • Interact professionally with the public and team members
  • Participate in ongoing training programmes
What were looking for
  • Previous experience as a Grounds Maintenance Operative or Landscape Gardener
  • Full UK Driving Licence (essential for company vehicle use)
  • Strong grounds maintenance and customer service skills
  • Knowledge of Health and Safety compliance
  • Punctual hardworking and able to use own initiative
  • PA1 and PA6 certifications desirable but not essential
What you can expect
  • In-depth training programme
  • Personal development opportunities including pesticide and horticulture qualifications
  • Supportive team environment
  • Company vehicle provided

Ready to grow your horticultural career with a company that truly invests in your development Apply now to join our experienced grounds maintenance team.


About Company

Purple HR is based in Dorset and provides a cost-effective range of outsourced HR Solutions for small and medium-sized businesses.

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