Fencing Operative
| Posting date: | 02 September 2025 |
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| Salary: | £12.21 to £13.00 per hour |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 02 October 2025 |
| Location: | Tewkesbury, Gloucestershire, GL19 4PN |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Idverde |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 19881_1756823830 |
Summary
Job Title: Fencing Operative
Location: Eldersfield, near Gloucester
Hourly Rate: £12.21 - £13.00 dependant on experience
Contract Type: Permanent
Working Hours: Monday-Friday 6:45-16:00, with potential for overtime
About the role
We are looking for a skilled and enthusiastic Fencing Operative to join our team in Eldersfield. You will be working as part of a new fencing team within the Gloucestershire area on new build developments, assisting the Fencing Team Leader with their duties. You will be carrying out daily checks on equipment to ensure it and your work aligns with company health and safety policy documents and procedures. The successful candidate will be a good communicator, engaging with suppliers on lead times for materials and be a representative for idverde, promoting positive company image both individually and for your team.
This is a great opportunity to develop your skills, gain valuable experience, and grow with us in a friendly and encouraging environment.
Requirements
- Previous experience in a fencing, landscaping or construction role.
- A full valid UK manual driving licence and CSCS card are essential.
- Strong literacy and numeracy skills to complete company documentation.
- Strong communication skills.
- Experience implementing health & safety policies and procedures with the right attitude to match.
- Proactive attitude towards problem solving.
- Physically fit and able to work outdoors in all weather conditions.
- Experience working with equipment like telehandlers within recent work history (desirable).
- Digger/excavator card (desirable).
- Soft landscaping/grounds maintenance experience (desirable).
- Performance management experience (desirable).
Why join us?
As the UK's leading grounds maintenance and landscape creation provider, no two projects are ever the same - and neither are our people. That's why we're committed to nurturing a diverse and inclusive culture where everyone can thrive.
What we offer
- We offer career advancement and development opportunities through our bespoke apprenticeship programmes, our extensive in-house training academy, and coaching and mentorship.
- Join a diverse and inclusive workplace where you can collaborate with passionate and talented individuals.
- Contribute to projects that make a real difference in the community and environment.
- We recognise and reward your hard work with our wide-ranging benefits package designed to prioritise your wellbeing, support life choices, and help in both good and challenging times.
Benefits
- 21 days holiday plus bank holidays.
- Enhanced maternity and shared parental leave.
- Support for personal and professional challenges.
- Discounts on retail, holidays, gym memberships, and more.
- Resources to manage your finances.
- Secure your future.
- Colleague of the month and annual awards.
- Two days per year to support a cause of your choice.
- Comprehensive resources and support.
About idverde
We are Europe's largest provider of grounds maintenance services and landscape creation, in the UK alone we're a community of over 3,000 passionate colleagues shaping the future of the green industry.
At idverde, we understand what it means to grow. Our history dates back to 1919, and today, with a turnover of £250 million, we're more than just a company - we're a force for positive change. We offer a range of services to create, maintain, and manage landscapes across the UK.
Grow with us, and together we'll create a greener future for all.
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