Skilled Landscaper
| Posting date: | 01 July 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £27,000 to £35,000 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 31 July 2025 |
| Location: | Colchester, CO1 1XD |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Spider Web Recruitment |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | SWR4520 |
Summary
Skilled Landscaper/Team Leader - Spider is advertising on behalf of an award-winning landscape and grounds maintenance contractor are looking for a Skilled Landscaper/Team Leader to join their team in this exciting role based in Marks Tey, near Colchester, Essex.
Why them?
Having been recognised by the prestigious Association of Professional Landscapers, this company prides themselves on transforming outdoor spaces into stunning landscapes for both domestic and commercial clients. Their diverse range of services includes everything from full garden builds to specialised projects like fencing, driveways, patios, and turfing.
Fantastic company package include:
- Salary: Competitive salary ranging from £27,000 to £35,000 per annum
- Holiday: 20 days plus bank holidays after 2 years' service an additional day per year to a maximum of 5 days
- Flexible employment options: choose between self-employment or full-time employment.
- Other: Work vehicle and tools provided, securely stored at our yard overnight.
About the role:
As a Skilled Landscaper/Team Leader, you will lead and manage a small team to deliver a variety of landscaping projects, including the installation of paving, fencing, retaining walls, turfing, and bed and border preparation. Working hours will be Monday to Friday working hours of 7:15am-4:30pm.
Responsibilities:
- Ensure all landscaping tasks are completed to an exceptional standard while adhering to project timelines.
- Demonstrate a sound ability to read plans and set out project specifications accurately.
- Utilise excavators and associated tools competently to achieve desired landscaping results.
- Bring your brick and block work experience to enhance the quality of our projects (desirable but not essential).
- Lead a small team of landscapers in the delivery of a project and be responsible for the project.
About You:
As a Skilled Landscaper/Team Leader, you will need to hold a full driving licence, minimum of 3 years of hard landscaping experience, and a proven track record in leading teams effectively. Be a reliable and trustworthy professional with a passion for landscaping and the industry. To be successful in this role, you will need the ability to collaborate, communicate, and inspire your team in delivering outstanding landscapes.
If you have the relevant skills and experience for this Skilled Landscaper/Team Leader role and would like to be considered, please apply by forwarding an up-to-date CV as soon as possible. We look forward to hearing from you.
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