Senior Grounds Maintenance Operative

Russell’s Landscaping & Maintenance – Andover, Hampshire

Full-time, PAYE | Competitive pay depending on experience

We’re an ambitious, family-run company with a reputation for friendly service and high-quality work. Having built our business on subcontracting, we’re now looking for a Senior Grounds Maintenance Operative to take on the day-to-day work that keeps our business running smoothly.

Even if you only feel confident with some of the tasks listed, we still want to hear from you. If you’re ambitious, organised, and willing to grow with us, the right attitude could make you a huge asset to our company. We’re offering the opportunity for the right person to step up, prove themselves, and help take the business forward in the right direction.

This is a hands-on role designed to free up the company owner’s time, with scope to guide and support others as the team grows.

The Role:

This is a varied role with a strong focus on grounds maintenance, including:

Hedge cutting (a major part of the role)

Mowing (including sit-on mowers) & strimming

Tree pruning, including fruit trees

Weed spraying (training provided with PA6AW certificate)

Planting hedges/trees (occasional)

Supporting our landscaping team when required – no landscaping experience needed, just a willingness to assist

Most of the time you’ll be carrying out the work yourself. However, you may also be expected to work alongside others, managing tasks on site, and passing on your knowledge as the company grows.

Hours: 7:45am – 4.45pm

Driving Requirements:

Full UK driving licence essential

Company van provided

Insurance usually covers 25+, but under 25s may apply

Loss of licence or 6+ points may end employment

What We’re Looking For:

Minimum 2 years’ experience in grounds maintenance

Leadership or managerial experience is preferable but not essential – if you haven’t led a team before but you’re organised and reliable, we still want to hear from you

Experience teaching or guiding others on site is a bonus

Comfortable working at height (up to 16ft tripod ladders)

Reliable, punctual, and professional (uniform provided)

Polite and confident with customers

Hard-working and willing to work in all weather

Open to learning new skills and taking training opportunities

Chainsaw licence (CS30/31 or equivalent) is preferable – and any extra qualifications you hold will be recognised and reflected in your salary

We also have fencing teams out frequently. If you have fencing experience and enjoy that type of work, this could become a bigger part of your role depending on your skills and interests.

Benefits:

Competitive hourly rate / salary (depending on experience & qualifications)

Holiday pay, pension, PAYE benefits

Rewards for great attitude, 5-star reviews, and ideas that help us grow

Training opportunities & genuine career progression in a growing company

How to Apply

We don’t require a CV — just tell us a bit about yourself, your experience, and what you’re looking for. At the interview, we’ll ask to see any relevant licences or accreditations. If you do have a CV, you’re welcome to upload it.

Our recruitment process is simple:

1. Phone chat – a quick conversation to get to know you.

2. In-person meeting – a chance to meet face-to-face.

3. Paid trial shift – 1–2 days on site so you can experience the role and we can see your skills in action.

4. Probation period – one month of working with us, with support and training provided.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: £28,000.00-£33,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person

Reference ID: Grounds Maintenance Manager

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