Gardener
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03-10-2025
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Job Description
8-9 month contract with a local authority
Summary
- Council is seeking a dedicated Gardener to join our Housing Grounds Maintenance team on an 8-9 month contract with a local authority. This hands-on role involves maintaining and enhancing the outdoor areas of our estates ensuring they remain safe attractive and environmentally friendly for residents.
Responsibilities
- Maintain communal green spaces through grass cutting shrub pruning and seasonal planting.
- Operate and maintain horticultural machinery including mowers strimmers hedge trimmers and chainsaws.
- Apply pesticides and herbicides safely following National Proficiency Test Council guidance.
- Support biodiversity by incorporating features like meadows orchards and bulb planting.
- Ensure health and safety compliance including the use of PPE and COSHH regulations.
- Interact courteously with residents and report any hazards or incidents.
Experience
- Experience in horticultural services and using mechanical equipment.
- Ability to maintain and identify faults in gardening tools and machinery.
- Willingness to work outdoors in all weather conditions.
- Strong communication skills and ability to follow instructions.
Qualifications
- NVQ Level 2 in horticulture (or willingness to work towards it).
- A full UK driving licence is desirable.
Additional Information
- Working hours: 36 hours per week
- The role closes on 3rd October 2025 apply ASAP.
Council is looking for a dedicated Gardener to join our Housing Grounds Maintenance team. This is a hands-on role where you ll help maintain and enhance the outdoor areas of our estates, ensuring they remain safe, attractive, and environmentally friendly for residents.
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Council is looking for a dedicated Gardener to join our Housing Grounds Maintenance team. This is a hands-on role where you ll help maintain and enhance the outdoor areas of our estates, ensuring they remain safe, attractive, and environmentally friendly for residents.
Employment Type
Full Time
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