Maintenance Gardener

 
 
 
Maintenance Gardener
We currently have an exciting opportunity to join our growing business as a Maintenance Gardener for a prestigious portfolio of clients. Our Client designs, builds and maintains exceptional gardens and external spaces for high end properties in West/North London, Surrey and the M4 corridor. Our  client  extensive and varied portfolio of beautiful gardens needs an exceptional gardener who is committed to delivering a quality horticultural service to our clients. Ideally, the successful candidate will have a recognised horticultural qualification and proven experience gardening at the highest level, both private domestic and commercial sites. Day to day responsibilities include, but are not limited to; Horticulture
• 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
 
 
 
 
A full clean driving licence required for candidates doing a mobile round.
A company van is part of the package.
We are able to offer a competitive salary for the right candidate, dependent on experience and qualifications and 28 days holiday inclusive of bank holidays. Uniform, PPE and relevant training will be provided.