Maintenance Operative – Horticulture (London) Location: London Contract: Full-Time Salary: Competitive, based on experience Role Overview We are seeking a skilled Maintenance Operative with strong horticultural knowledge to join our team in London. This is a hands-on role maintaining gardens, grounds, and landscaped areas across multiple sites. The ideal candidate will be confident operating machinery such as hedge cutters, ride-on and pedestrian mowers, and other garden maintenance tools, while demonstrating a thorough understanding of plants and shrubs. Key Responsibilities * Maintain gardens, hedges, lawns, and flower beds to a high standard * Operate and maintain horticultural machinery safely (mowers, hedge cutters, strimmers, etc.) * Identify and care for plants, trees, and shrubs; advise on sun/shade suitability * Assist with planting, pruning, and seasonal maintenance tasks * Ensure tools and equipment are maintained and stored safely * Work independently and as part of a team to deliver high-quality results Requirements * RHS Level 2 (or equivalent) horticultural qualification preferred * Strong knowledge of shrubs, plants, and trees, including sun/shade requirements * Experience operating hedge cutters, mowers, and other horticultural machinery * Practical, hands-on approach with attention to detail * Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions * Good communication skills and a reliable work ethic Benefits * Competitive salary * Opportunities for CPD and further horticultural training * Supportive and skilled team environment Type: Permanent