Braintree District Council has an exciting opportunity for two Horticultural Operatives to join the team.
Location: Braintree, Essex, CM7 9HB
Salary: £26,205 to £27,042 per annum
Job Type: Full time, Permanent
Closing date: Sunday 29th March 2026
Why choose Braintree District Council?
Braintree is an ambitious forward-thinking Council and is becoming one of the fastest growing Districts in the East of England with three growing towns, London just 45 minutes away and the district located directly between the international transport centres of Stansted Airport and Harwich and Felixstowe International Ports. We have a deserved track record for delivering and a strong reputation within the business community.
Braintree District Council is a great place to work. We pride ourselves on our creative and innovative approach which is led by our staff. We are committed to having an engaged workforce who understand our strategy and how they can help deliver it.
Horticultural Operatives – The Role:
This role plays an important part in keeping the district clean, green, and welcoming for residents and visitors. You will carry out a variety of hands-on grounds maintenance activities such as grass cutting, hedge trimming, sports field upkeep, shrub bed care, and litter picking, helping to enhance local parks and public spaces.
Horticultural Operatives – Key Responsibilities:
- Perform grounds maintenance tasks (grass cutting, hedge trimming, sports field and shrub bed maintenance, litter picking)
- Operate and maintain vehicles, tools, and equipment, reporting any faults
- Complete required documentation and keep vehicles clean and maintain
- Follow health and safety regulations and wear protective equipment
- Comply with council policies including quality standards, equal opportunities, and safeguarding
- Support the service with additional duties and report issues to the line manager
Horticultural Operatives – You:
- Experienced in grounds maintenance or horticulture
- Competent using grounds maintenance equipment and tools
- Comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions
- Self‑motivated, enthusiastic and able to work using your own initiative
- Flexible and willing to take on varied tasks
- Customer‑focused, polite and helpful when dealing with the public
- Physically able to carry out manual outdoor work (walking, bending, kneeling, lifting)
Horticultural Operatives – Benefits:
- Competitive pay and benefits
- Local government pension scheme
- Learning and development for all staff
- Staff discounts at local businesses
- Staff recognition schemes
- Extensive health and wellbeing programme including discounted gym membership
What next?
Closing Date: Sunday 29th March
To submit your application for these exciting Horticultural Operatives opportunities, please click ‘Apply’ now
