Landscape Operative Jobs for Ex Forces

Land Structure is actively recruiting ex-forces personnel for Landscape Operative roles. Training is provided for those new to the trade. Positions are based in Old Stratford and Suffolk.

Why This Role Suits Ex-Forces Personnel

Your service has equipped you with exactly what we need. At Land Structure, we actively value ex-forces professionals because we understand the unique strengths you bring to the role.

• Discipline and Standards: You’re already used to high standards and attention to detail. Our work on government contracts, including the Ministry of Justice’s HMP Five Wells, demands the same level of precision you’ve been trained to deliver.
• Physical Fitness: This role requires you to be physically fit and able to work outdoors in all weather conditions. That’s second nature to you.
• Teamwork Under Pressure: Working to tight deadlines on complex sites requires clear communication and trust in your team. You’ve operated in far more demanding environments.
• Adaptability: Every site presents different challenges. Your ability to assess situations, adapt plans, and solve problems makes you invaluable on projects where conditions and requirements change.

Responsibilities

You’ll work on diverse projects including new housing developments, creating green spaces, and maintaining professional sports fields. We understand the science behind making pitches playable all year round, and you’ll develop expertise across multiple areas of landscaping.

Schedule

• Monday to Friday (occasional weekend work)
• Start time: 6:30am, typically finish by 4pm depending on site location
• Based from our Old Stratford headquarters or Suffolk regional office
• Work across various sites in the region

Requirements

• Physically fit and able to work outdoors in all conditions
• Team player who promotes a positive working environment
• Positive attitude and self-motivated
• Excellent attention to detail
• Willingness to learn (we’ll teach you the horticultural and technical skills)
• Full UK driving licence (preferable)
• CSCS card (preferable, or willingness to obtain)

Experience Not Essential: We’re willing to teach you the landscaping skills. What we need from you is the work ethic, discipline, and attitude—qualities you’ve already developed through your service.

About Land Structure

We’ve been in business for over 40 years and have grown to be one of the very best at what we do. Here’s what sets us apart as an employer for ex-forces personnel:

• Established Company: 40+ years of successful projects across housing, commercial, government, and industrial sectors.
• Government Contracts: We work with the Ministry of Justice, Kier Construction, and local authorities. We understand security protocols and professional standards.
• Comprehensive Training: We’ll teach you horticultural skills, plant identification, and landscaping techniques. Your discipline and work ethic give you the foundation.
• Career Progression: Real opportunities to develop your skills and progress within the company.
• Varied Projects: From sports fields to housing developments, Center Parcs to high-security prisons. No two days are the same.
• Safe Working Environment: You’ll be a valued team member, trained appropriately, and rewarded fairly.

Recent Projects

To give you an idea of the work you’ll be involved in, here are some recent projects:

• HMP Five Wells: A £950,000 landscaping and topsoiling project for a new 1,600-capacity prison for the Ministry of Justice. This high-security site required strict adherence to MOJ protocols, thorough screening processes, and precision execution.
• Center Parcs Woburn Forest: Ongoing landscaping and maintenance work at this major leisure destination. We’ve built custom timber structures, installed soft landscaping around lodges, and continue to maintain and enhance the site.
• Wellingborough Development: A long-term residential project with Bovis Homes where we’ve designed and installed over 100 bespoke handrails, plus comprehensive fencing and landscaping.

These aren’t just maintenance jobs. You’ll be involved in substantial projects that require skill, coordination, and pride in your work.

Salary dependent on experience.