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 License

As 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 training

As 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 training

If 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)