Grounds Maintenance
Love the Outdoors? Join Our Grounds Maintenance Team!
Do you thrive working in the fresh air and enjoy seeing the results of your hard work? We’re looking for a passionate and committed individual to join our Grounds Maintenance Team based at our Ringwood depot, serving beautiful locations across the district.
-
Grass cutting and hedge trimming
-
Shrub and formal planting maintenance
-
Soft landscaping projects
-
Cemetery grounds
-
A variety of horticultural & other tasks
What Makes This Role Special?
You won’t be stuck in one place! No two days are the same.
We work in variety of stunning and varied outdoor environments including public green spaces, woodlands, coastal areas & gardens.
If you’re motivated, take pride in high standards, and enjoy working to clear schedules, this is the role for you.
What We’re Looking For
- Experience: A background in Grounds Maintenance or similar role
- Driving: Full UK driving licence
- Desirable: PA1 & PA6 herbicide certification, NVQ Level 1 or equivalent
Please note: This role requires a pre-employment health check and an Enhanced DBS check. You’ll need to declare any spent convictions, cautions, or warnings.
-
Salary: £24,817 – £30,372 per annum (Career Grade)
-
Generous Leave: 23–24 days plus 5 extra days after 5 years’ service
-
Pension: Local Government Pension Scheme & AVC options
-
Support: Employee Assistance Programme (24/7 legal, financial & personal advice)
-
Perks: Discounts at major retailers, restaurants, and supermarkets
-
Cycle to Work Scheme: Save up to 40% on bikes and accessories
-
Full uniform provided
-
Training
About us.
As one of the largest districts in the country, with 6 towns and a close relationship with neighbouring conurbations, the New Forest provides a supportive environment in which everyone who works for us can help drive our aims.
At NFDC we believe that all our employees make a valuable contribution to the work of the council and that’s why we encourage a trusting and open culture where each employee is supported and respected equally, where ideas are actively sought and self-development promoted. We also recognise the value of a highly motivated and engaged workforce and we actively promote a good work/life balance. We’re keen to support career development and help all colleagues to be the best they can be.
We are proud of our values, please watch this short video to find out more. LEAF Learning Empathy Ambition Fairness (youtube.com)
If you're ambitious and passionate, are driven to deliver, and want to be part of our team, we welcome your application.
To view full details of what you can expect from working for NFDC and to view the full job description, please click on the candidate pack attached.
Click here to see why employees think that New Forest District Council is a great place to work: Working for NFDC
After reading the job description of what the role will involve, you feel you would like an informal chat about the role, please contact Kevin Frenchum 02380 285 831
Ready to make a difference and enjoy the great outdoors every day? Apply now using the button below and help us keep our district beautiful!
Closing date: 11pm on Sunday 25th January 2026
Interview Date: TBC
