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:
1. Hold a valid Drivers License
2. Have at least 3 years experience working for Grounds Maintenance Contractors
It is desirable to have:
1. PA1/PA6 License
2. Drivers License
As a Grounds Maintenance Operative your duties will include:
1. All aspects of horticulture; specialised and more general
2. All aspects of lawn care
3. Chemical applications and record keeping (PA1 & PA6 preferable but not essential) - subject to training and supervision as required
4. Ground clearance and seasonal work
5. Sweeping and maintenance of hard surfaces / furniture within the gardens
6. Tending to beds, borders and containers
7. Specialised pruning and trimming
8. Maintenance / cleaning of water features and day-to-day maintenance of irrigation systems
9. Safe operation of machinery subject to training
As well as exceptional horticultural ability, the candidate will be able to demonstrate the following skills / qualities:
1. Cooperative and enthusiastic nature
2. Ability to work positively in a team
3. Willing to take direction and follow instruction as required
4. Able to work independently and take ownership for work
5. High levels of energy and self-motivation
6. Strong attention to detail
7. A pro-active and can-do attitude
8. Good time-management
9. Ability to work under pressure
10. Strong work ethic
11. Integrity and discretion
12. 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).
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