Grounds Person/Gardener

Runnymede; Borough of Runnymede; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A local authority council in Runnymede seeks a skilled Grounds Person/Gardener to join its team. You will be responsible for maintaining parks and sports fields, operating machinery, and ensuring health and safety measures are followed. Candidates must possess relevant horticultural qualifications, including Level 2 and 3 Technical Certificates in Horticulture and PA1/PA6 spraying certificates. The position offers various benefits, including 29 days of annual leave, a pension scheme, and health insurance after a year of service.

Benefits

29 Days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays

Excellent Pension Scheme

Free Parking

Training and development opportunities

Cycle to work discounts

Season ticket loan

Health insurance plan after 1 year of service

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Level 2 and Level 3 Technical Certificates in Horticulture required.
• PA1 and PA6 spraying certificates are essential.
• Good knowledge of health and safety practices.

Responsibilities

• Perform diverse grounds maintenance tasks in parks and sports fields.
• Maintain and operate equipment responsibly and safely.
• Ensure recycling of waste arisings wherever possible.

Skills

Horticulture knowledge

Health and safety knowledge

Basic plant/machine maintenance

Ability to work physically demanding tasks

Education

Level 2 Technical Certificate in Horticulture

Level 3 Advanced Technical Certificate in Horticulture

PA1 and PA6 spraying certificates

Job description

This an exciting opportunity to join Runnymede Borough Council as we continue our positive work in the successful provision of grounds maintenance. As a Grounds Person/Gardener , you will work as part of a mobile team performing a diverse role in our park, housing sites, fine turf areas and sports fields.

The Grounds Person/Gardener role includes but is not limited to the following tasks

• Participate in flexible (early/late shift) working patterns to accommodate the demands of the service
• Maintain and take responsibility for your equipment, which includes daily checks and cleaning of equipment
• Operate all machinery, tolls and equipment in a safe and appropriate manner in accordance with manufacturers recommendations
• Recycle as much waste arisings as possible
• Follow RBC health and safety policies including wearing PPE and other RBC uniform
• Undertake the application of pesticides in accordance with manufacturers recommended instructions (full training provided to cover PA1 and PA6)
• To drive council vehicles as required adhering to the Law and the Councils Drivers Handbook

Benefits

• 29 Days annual leave, plus 8 days bank holidays
• Excellent Pension Scheme
• Free Parking
• Training and development opportunities
• Payment of one professional membership per annum
• Cycle to work + further related discounts
• Season ticket loan
• Health insurance plan after 1 years’ service/ Dental after 3 years' service
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

Interview date: Week commencing Monday 2nd February 2026.

About You

We are looking for a skilledand passionateindividual to join our team who can provide grounds maintenance/gardening services in Runnymede.We are looking for exceptional candidates with a range of skills including:

• Level 2 Technical Certificate in Horticulture
• Level 3 Advanced Technical Certificate in Horticulture
• PA1 and PA6 spraying certificates
• Good health and safety knowledge
• Basic plant/machine maintenance
• Able to undertake physically demanding work and able to work where chemicals have been used

About Runnymede

Runnymede is an ambitious, passionate, and progressive council with a forward- thinking attitude and award-winning departments. As a Borough Council, we are committed to our core values which we demonstrate through our ongoing policies and projects. We are always keen to improve our services and welcome innovative and proactive individuals who are open minded and have a positive approach in supporting our vision.

Runnymede Borough Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and adults with care support needs and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. You may be requested to present your identification at the interview stage and there will be several checks conducted during the onboarding process inclusive of an enhanced DBS check for specified roles.