Mobile Gardener

Our client is a leading Grounds Maintenance and Landscaping Contractor. They are recruiting for a Grounds Maintenance Operative to join their team.As a Grounds Maintenance Operative it is essential to :

• Drivers License
• Have atleast 3 years experience working for Grounds Maintenance Contractors.It is desirable to have :
• PA1 / PA6 License
• Drivers LicenseAs a Grounds Maintenance Operative your duties will include :
• All aspects of horticulture; specialised and more general
• All aspects of lawn care
• Chemical applications and record keeping (PA1 & PA6 preferable but not essential) – subject to training and supervision as required
• Ground clearance and seasonal work
• Sweeping and maintenance of hard surfaces / furniture within the gardens
• Tending to beds, borders and containers
• Specialised pruning and trimming
• Maintenance / cleaning of water features and day to day maintenance of irrigation systems
• Safe operation of machinery subject to trainingAs well as exceptional horticultural ability the candidate will be able to demonstrate the following skills / qualities :
• Cooperative and enthusiastic nature
• Ability to work positively in a team
• Willing to take direction and follow instruction as required
• Able to work independently and take ownership for work
• High levels of energy and self-motivation
• Strong attention to detail
• A pro-active and can-do attitude
• Good time-management
• Ability to work under pressure
• Strong work ethic
• Integrity and discretion
• A desire to develop personally and undertake trainingIf you are interested in this Grounds Maintenance Operative's position please apply or contact Luke Thompson on (phone number removed) using reference LT / (phone number removed)