1 month contract with a local authority

Job Purpose

To be engaged in a full range of Horticultural duties necessary for the provision and maintenance of housing estates or highways sites within the Borough and any other areas as may be required.

Key Duties/Accountabilities

Ensure that the instructions of the Area Manager and Supervisor are carried out and undertake the necessary administrative tasks.
Carry out all gardening tasks required for the job, having gained a recognised qualification and/or suitable years experience.
Undertake all grass maintenance operations as necessary.
Follow all procedures relevant to maintaining the security of Council property as directed.
Clean, maintain and store all cleaning equipment and materials as directed and to report all defective equipment and materials to the Supervisor.

Essential Experience Required

Experience of working in a cleaning, grounds maintenance, waste management or related work environment.
Experience of using a wide range of horticultural machinery, plant and tools.
Experience driving with a trailer is preferred.

Essential Qualification Required

NVQ Level 2 or equivalent in a cleaning, grounds maintenance or waste management related subject is desirable.

Additional information to note

Working hours: 36 hours per week
A full UK driving licence is essential for this role to conduct grounds maintenance duties using machinery for grass and shrub beds.

Requirements

Experience in cleaning, grounds maintenance, waste management or related work environment
Experience using horticultural machinery, plant, and tools
Experience driving with a trailer is preferred
NVQ Level 2 or equivalent in a cleaning, grounds maintenance or waste management related subject is desirable
Full UK driving licence

Gardener