Ground Control
Landscape Operative
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Build your skills. Grow your career. Be part of something that lasts. Do you want to work on one of the UK's largest environmental and landscaping projects? Are you looking for a role where you can develop your skills, progress your career, and become part of a growing business delivering nationally significant infrastructure projects?
We're looking for a Landscape Operative to join Ground Control's team supporting the National Grid Hinkley Point Connection Project across the South West.
This is a unique opportunity to play a key role in a major landscaping and environmental programme, working across a project spanning more than 340 square kilometres. You'll be involved in large-scale planting, habitat creation and landscape mitigation works that will leave a lasting legacy for local communities and the environment.
As Ground Control continues to secure new projects and expand its operations, this role offers genuine career progression opportunities for individuals who are ambitious, hardworking and keen to develop within the landscaping and construction industry.
What you'll do
Working as part of a skilled and supportive team, you'll help deliver high-quality landscaping and environmental works safely and efficiently across the Hinkley Point Connection Project.
You'll be responsible for:
- Carrying out tree, woodland and hedgerow planting works as part of National Grid's replacement planting commitments
- Supporting landscape mitigation schemes designed to screen infrastructure and enhance local environments
- Delivering planting and enhancement works on landowner sites throughout the South West region
- Undertaking soft landscaping activities including planting, mulching, maintenance and establishment works
- Supporting hard landscaping activities where required as projects develop
- Operating tools, machinery and equipment safely and responsibly
- Working in accordance with health and safety procedures, environmental standards and quality requirements
- Maintaining high standards of workmanship and attention to detail
- Keeping vehicles, equipment and work areas clean and presentable
- Working collaboratively with supervisors, site managers, landowners and project stakeholders
- Representing Ground Control professionally at all times
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What you'll get
- A permanent position with a growing business that continues to win major projects
- The opportunity to work on a nationally significant infrastructure project
- Clear career progression opportunities within Ground Control's Landscaping and Energy divisions
- Ongoing training, development and industry-recognised qualifications
- Exposure to large-scale environmental, landscaping and infrastructure projects
- A supportive team environment focused on safety, development and quality
- Competitive salary and benefits package including:
- Private GP service
- Wellbeing support
- Pension scheme
- Employee recognition programme
- Volunteering days
What we're looking for
We're looking for someone with a positive attitude, strong work ethic and a genuine desire to build a long-term career within landscaping and environmental construction.
Essential
- CSCS Card
- Full UK Driving Licence
- Experience within landscaping, construction, groundworks or a similar outdoor environment
- Good understanding of site health and safety requirements
- Reliable, professional and safety-focused approach
- Physically fit and comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions
- Strong teamwork skills and willingness to learn
Desirable
- Bush Cutter Licence
- Experience delivering landscaping or environmental improvement projects
- Relevant landscaping, horticultural or construction qualifications
- Machinery operation certificates
- PA1 / PA6 qualifications
Why join Ground Control?
This is more than just a landscaping role. It's an opportunity to contribute to one of the UK's largest infrastructure landscaping projects, working in partnership with National Grid to create long-term environmental benefits across the South West.
You'll gain valuable experience on a large-scale project, develop new skills, and join a business with a strong pipeline of future work and a proven commitment to employee development and progression.
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If you're looking for an opportunity to grow your career while working on meaningful projects that leave a lasting impact, we'd love to hear from you.
Benefits:
- Competitive salary – aligned with your skills and experience
- Pension scheme – helping you plan for the future
- Recognition schemes – celebrating and rewarding great work
- Private GP service – fast, convenient access to medical support
- Life insurance – providing added peace of mind
- Subsidised gym membership – supporting your health and wellbeing
- Holiday buy scheme – purchase up to 5 additional days of annual leave
Equal Opportunities Statement
At Ground Control, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to thrive. We believe that diversity drives innovation and success, and we welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.
We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, race (including colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin), religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic as defined in the Equality Act 2010.
We actively support and promote an inclusive culture, ensuring fair and equitable treatment throughout the recruitment process and across all stages of employment, including training, development, promotion, pay, and termination. We are committed to providing reasonable adjustments for disabled applicants and employees, and to creating a working environment free from discrimination, harassment, bullying, or victimisation.
We expect all colleagues to uphold our values of dignity, respect, and inclusion. We take a zero-tolerance approach to any form of discriminatory behaviour and are committed to continuous improvement through training, inclusive policies, and accountability at all levels.
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