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