Careers at Green Leaves Fencing & Gates

Green Leaves Fencing & Gates is a well-established, family-run fencing and gates company based in East Grinstead. We work across Sussex, Surrey and Kent, delivering high-quality fencing, gates and bespoke garden structures for residential and commercial customers.

Our reputation has been built on reliable service, attention to detail and a consistently high standard of workmanship. Although we are not currently recruiting, this page explains the type of roles we offer, what it is like to work with us, and how people can progress within the business.

Working for Green Leaves

At Green Leaves, we take pride in doing things properly. Our work is practical, physical and customer-focused, with every project carried out on site at people’s homes, gardens and commercial premises.We look for people who are reliable, polite, hardworking and willing to learn.

Whether someone joins as a Labourer, develops into a skilled installer, or progresses into a Team Leader role, the same standards apply: turn up on time, take pride in the work, respect the customer’s property, and work safely as part of a team.

Our Team Culture

We are a family-run business with a supportive, hands-on approach. Our teams work closely with the office, suppliers and customers to keep jobs running smoothly from first enquiry through to completion.

We value good communication, tidy workmanship, safe working practices and a positive attitude on site. Fencing and gate installation can be demanding work, but it is also rewarding for people who enjoy being outdoors, working with their hands, and seeing a clear result at the end of each project.

Career Progression

There is a clear route for progression within the company. Many people start by supporting the site team as a Labourer, before building the skills and confidence needed to become a Lead Operative. From there, experienced installers may progress into a Team Leader role, taking responsibility for running jobs, supporting others and maintaining quality standards on site.

As the business continues to grow, we want to develop people who are committed to high standards and interested in building a long-term career in fencing, gates and garden structures.

Skilled Labourer

A Labourer supports the site team with the day-to-day work needed to deliver fencing, gate and garden structure installations efficiently.

This role involves assisting with site preparation, manual handling, mixing concrete, loading and unloading vehicles, keeping the site tidy, and following instructions from more experienced members of the team. It is a practical, hands-on role suited to someone who is physically fit, reliable and willing to learn.

For the right person, this can be the first step towards becoming a skilled fencing operative.

Lead Operative

A Lead Operative is a competent installer who can carry out fencing, gate and garden structure work to a high standard. This role may involve working independently on smaller jobs, working alongside a Labourer, or supporting a Team Leader on larger projects.

The role includes setting out posts, levels and lines accurately, reading drawings or specifications, maintaining workmanship standards, completing basic site documentation, and reporting progress or issues to the Team Leader or office.

This position suits someone with strong practical skills, good attention to detail and the confidence to take responsibility for their own work on site.

Team Leader

A Team Leader is responsible for running a two-person or larger team and managing fencing, gate and garden structure installations from start to finish.

This role includes planning daily tasks, allocating work, supervising Lead Operatives and Labourers, liaising with customers, completing site paperwork and photos, coordinating materials, and ensuring work is delivered safely, efficiently and to the expected standard.

A good Team Leader leads by example, communicates clearly, supports junior team members, and takes pride in delivering a professional customer experience.

The Type of Person We Look For

We are interested in people who take pride in their work and understand the importance of doing a job properly. Experience in fencing, landscaping, construction or outdoor manual work can be helpful, but attitude and reliability are just as important.

The strongest candidates are usually people who are punctual, practical, respectful, safety-conscious and able to work well with others. A full UK driving licence is also important for many site-based roles, as our teams travel to customer locations across East Grinstead and the surrounding areas.

Future Opportunities

As our family-run business continues to grow, we are always interested in hearing from reliable, hardworking people who may be a good fit for our site teams.

Future opportunities may include Skilled Labourer, Lead Operative and Team Leader roles, supporting the delivery of high-quality fencing, gates and garden structures across East Grinstead and the surrounding areas.

If you feel you could be a good fit for Green Leaves Fencing & Gates, you are welcome to introduce yourself and tell us a little about your experience, skills and the type of role you may be interested in.