Gardener​/Grounds Maintenance

Position: Gardener / Grounds Maintenance
Location: Greater London

Gardener / Grounds Maintenance Operative

Location:

Croydon, CR0 4TQ

Pay: £12.50 per hour

Hours:

35 hours per week

Contract:

12‑week+ ongoing
Driving Licence:
Essential

The Role
We’re looking for a reliable Gardener / Grounds Maintenance Operative to join our Estate Services team in Croydon. You’ll help deliver a high‑quality gardening and grounds service across our estates. All tools, machinery, uniform, safety boots and PPE are provided. This is an outdoor, physical role working in all weather conditions.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out a range of grounds maintenance tasks including weeding, planting, pruning, dead‑heading, hoeing, cutting back and watering communal beds.

• Cut and maintain lawns and grassed areas using pedestrian mowers, tractors, ride‑on mowers, strimmers and brush cutters, including fertiliser and pesticide application.

• Operate tools and machinery safely and in line with company and manufacturer guidelines.

• Support small landscaping projects to improve communal grounds.

• Clear leaves, moss and snow, and apply salt/grit when required.

• Report vandalism, repairs, defects or tenancy concerns to the relevant teams.

• Provide occasional support to apprentices/trainees and act as a friendly point of contact for residents.

• Follow all Health & Safety procedures and use PPE correctly at all times.

What You’ll Need

• Experience in gardening or grounds maintenance

• Ability to work well within a small team

• Basic understanding of Health & Safety

• Full UK Driving Licence

How to Apply

If you’re interested in this role and available to start quickly, please apply today with your CV. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted promptly