Job Details
Section
Campus Services & Facilities
Location:
Highfield Campus
Salary
£25,249 to £26,707
Full Time Permanent
Closing Date:
Monday 27 October 2025
Reference
3222325TD
Estates and Facilities are seeking additional member for the Landscape Service Team. The Landscape service team manage the award winning university grounds across multiple locations within the city and surrounding campuses.
We are seeking a highly motivated individual who has experience and a passion for horticulture. You will have practical knowledge and skills in the use of horticultural maintenance machinery. You will need to be a team player with a "can do" approach to delivering our services.
You will need to have a City & Guilds Level 1 (Amenity horticulture) or NVQ Level 2 or equivalent or relevant work experience. A full manual driving licence and PA1 & PA6 spraying qualification, MO1/MO6 tractor driving with front loader qualification would be an advantage.
We support a flexible approach to work, as well as additional benefits that will make your life easier, including generous holiday allowance, access to the University pension scheme, subsidised health and fitness facilities and a range of discounts.
The University of Southampton is a fantastic and supportive place to work and you would be a valued member of the team.
We are proactive in fostering a culture of inclusion, respect and equality of opportunity, we select candidates on the basis of merit and ability and aspire to thrive in the diversity of our workplace. We welcome applications from candidates with an interest in the role and those who are committed to helping us create an inclusive working environment.
For an informal discussion contact: Amanda Boorer, Landscape service manager on
We are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and welcome applicants who support our mission of inclusivity.
This role does not qualify for Skilled Worker Visa sponsorship. To explore alternative UK visa options, see
Apply by 11.59 pm GMT on the closing date. For assistance contact Recruitment on or quoting the job number.