Job Title: Vegetation Operative – Highways & Vegetation Maintenance
Location: Based in Billericay, Essex (jobs up to 1.5 hours away)
Salary:
- Vegetation Operative - £30,000 - £33,000 per annum,
- Team Leader (SSSTS) - £36,000 - £40,000 per annum
Shifts: Monday - Friday (Night shifts: 6:30pm – 4:30am, occasional day shifts: 8:00am – 4:30pm)
80-85% of the work is on night shifts – so flexibility is essential! Most nights are job and knock, meaning early finishes once the work is done, and Fridays often finish earlier too.
Please note - You must hold a full UK Driving Licence to be considered for this position
About The Role -
We're looking for Vegetation Operative to join a specialist team maintaining Highways, A-roads, and Motorways across Essex and surrounding areas.
About Our Client -
Our client, established in January 2016 and based in Essex, is a small but rapidly growing business committed to outstanding customer service. They operate a modern fleet of tractors and meticulously maintained machinery, believing that reliability stems from proper care and investment. By working closely with clients and offering expert advice, our client ensures each project meets high standards of satisfaction, all while continually evolving their equipment and services to stay at the forefront of the industry.
What We're Looking For -
We need switched-on, keen, and motivated individuals who take pride in their work. You'll need to be reliable, flexible, and willing to get stuck in. A basic understanding of grounds maintenance is ideal, but training can be provided for the right candidates.
Key Responsibilities -
- Ride-on mowing & robotic mowing
- Hedge cutting & brush cutting
- General grounds maintenance & vegetation clearance
Desired Qualifications -
- CSCS Card
- ROLO Card (BALI H&S)
- Highways England Passport
- Safety Critical Medical
- Relevant tickets – Brushcutter, Chainsaw, Ride-on Mower, or similar
Perks & Additional Info -
- Stable, full-time position with competitive pay
- End-of-year overtime review – if you work over 2,500 hours, you'll get paid extra!
- No work on bank holidays or the Friday before a bank holiday
- Most Friday nights finish early
How to Apply: If you have the experience, motivation, and work ethic to thrive in this role, we'd love to hear from you! Submit your CV and a brief cover letter highlighting your relevant experience and qualifications.
Chappell Enterprises UK is an equal opportunities employer. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply. We are a Disability Confident Employer and will offer an interview to disabled applicants who meet the minimum essential criteria for the role.
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