Garden Maintenance Operative

2 weeks ago


Totnes, United Kingdom Stone Landscape Maintenance Full time

We are looking to employ someone who has previous garden maintenance experience for this full-time permanent role. SLM maintains some of the most stunning gardens in the area from Dartmouth through to Salcombe. The successful applicant must be hardworking, enthusiastic and be a great communicator. This is a very physical role (lifting required) in nearly all weathers Previous experience is preferred.

Monday to Friday 8:30 to 17:00

37.5 hours per week

Overtime may be available at an hourly rate.

Responsibilities;
Grass mowing (pedestrian and ride-on)

Strimming (backpack type)

Brush cutting (backpack type)

Hedge cutting

Tree pruning

Maintenance of beds

Shrub pruning (guidance can be provided)

Other garden responsibilities as required

Confident in the use of ladders/steps

General machine servicing/maintenance

Strict adherence to company H&S processes

Ability to work alone or as a team

Also, beneficial;
Use of a chainsaw (must be NPTC 201/202/203)

Use of PPP’s i.e., herbicide sprays (must be PA1/PA6)

Trailer towing

Must have a full UK driving licence

Protective clothing / PPE provided

£23,500 per annum.

28 days holiday inc public/bank holidays

Company pension

Immediate start available

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

**Salary**: £23,500.00 per year

**Benefits**:

- Company pension

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

- South Hams, Devon: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Work Location: One location


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