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Location: Dartford
Salary/package: £26,680.53 
Contract type: Permanent
Hours: Full time, 39 hours

We’re looking for a skilled, safety-conscious, and self-motivated Tractor Driver to join our Landscape Services team. In this key role, you’ll operate tractors and mounted equipment across a variety of outdoor sites to support high-quality grounds maintenance. If you enjoy working outdoors, take pride in equipment care, and want to be part of a company that supports the local community, this could be the role for you.

Who we are

Landscape Services is a specialist provider of outdoor maintenance and management services, offering expertise in grounds maintenance, arboriculture, horticulture, and landscaping. With over 80 years of combined experience in both public and private sectors, our mission is to deliver safe, reliable, and environmentally responsible solutions that support and sustain our clients’ green spaces.

Commercial Services Group (CSG) is the UK’s largest local authority-owned trading company (LATCO), employing over 1,800 people and operating in more than 86 countries. With 33 trading businesses and expertise across HR, IT, energy, education, legal, and procurement, CSG delivers impactful services to both public and private sectors.

Why this role matters

Our Tractor Drivers play a crucial role in delivering safe and efficient operations across our outdoor sites. Your expertise in operating and maintaining machinery directly supports the quality, safety, and reliability of our grounds maintenance services. Whether preparing sports fields, responding to seasonal conditions, or ensuring equipment compliance, your professionalism helps Landscape Services maintain the highest standards for our clients.

What you’ll be doing

Operating tractors and mounted equipment to carry out grounds maintenance to a high standard

Performing equipment checks and maintenance in line with manufacturer guidance

Planning materials and resources while ensuring chemical usage complies with legislation

Completing relevant documentation including site inspections and safety records

Organising and delivering work efficiently based on site-specific requirements

Maintaining a clean and professional working environment, reporting incidents or near misses

Providing excellent on-site customer service and representing Landscape Services professionally

Responding to emergency or seasonal needs such as snow clearance and flooding

Using company IT systems to record daily tasks and reporting

What we’re looking for

Experience operating tractors and mounted implements

Sound understanding of machinery maintenance and health & safety practices

Grounds maintenance experience (desirable)

Ability to work independently and manage administrative tasks

Comfortable working alone and adapting to varied outdoor conditions

A Full (Clean) Driving Licence

PA1/PA6 certification (desirable)

GCSE English and Maths or equivalent (desirable)

Willingness to undergo an Enhanced DBS check (carried out by us)

What you’ll get in return

Salary of £26,680.53 per annum

A permanent, full-time role within a supportive and experienced team

25 days annual leave, plus bank holidays

An extra day off for your birthday

Access to a generous employee discount scheme (including gym and retail)

Life assurance cover and health cash plan initiative

Career development and training opportunities

Work that makes a real difference in local communities

Be part of a company with a strong social value focus and environmental commitment

Why CSG?

With over £800 million in annual revenue and consistent growth of 25% year-on-year, CSG is a leader in socially conscious commercial services. We’ve returned over £77 million in social value to the public sector. Joining us means contributing to real impact while developing your own career in a dynamic, forward-thinking environment.

Inclusion & Accessibility

We’re committed to creating a workplace where everyone is valued. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and will support you with any adjustments needed during the recruitment process. Please let us know how we can help