Landscaping Operative

Job Type: Full-time
Location: Castleford
Salary: £25,000 – £30,000 per annum
Hours: Full-time, 45 hours per week. Monday to Friday.
Reference: LFG-2026-001
Reports To: Site Supervisor
Closing Date: July 18, 2026

About the Role

We are looking for an experienced landscaping operative to join our Castleford team, delivering commercial landscaping projects across Yorkshire and the North East. You will work on a variety of schemes for Tier 1 main contractors, local authorities and private clients, carrying out planting, earthworks, turfing and general landscape construction tasks.

Responsibilities

Carry out soft and hard landscaping works to design specifications
Plant trees, shrubs, hedging and herbaceous material
Prepare ground, spread topsoil and carry out turfing and seeding
Operate hand tools and small plant safely and efficiently
Work to programme and report progress to the site supervisor
Maintain a clean, safe and organised work area at all times
Follow all health and safety procedures and site-specific requirements

About You

You will have practical experience in commercial landscaping and be comfortable working outdoors in all conditions. You take pride in the quality of your work and are reliable, punctual and a good team player.

Required Certifications

CSCS card (Green or above)
Full UK driving licence

Benefits

Competitive salary
28 days annual leave including bank holidays
Company pension scheme
Training and development opportunities
Overtime available

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