Gardener/handyman/woman

Job Role - To assist in the provision of grounds and building maintenance at a large rural property in Chelmarsh of around 20 acres.

Work Pattern - Hours of work will be 35 hours per week.

Salary - £27,000 per annum,

Holidays - 21 plus bank holidays

Contract - Permanent

**Key Duties to include**:
**Task - Outside work**:
**General maintenance/DIY/gardening duties -**

Care and maintenance of the grass, including grass cutting and strimming.

General care of the flower beds, including planting and weeding.

General care of trees including pruning.

General care of fences and hedges.

Any such duties, within reason, that will enhance the gardens.

Undertake activities to maintain safe and clean external environment e.g. gritting, sweeping, pressure washing of flag stone paths, snow clearing, weeding, etc.

Assist with checking the safe operation of all mechanical, electrical gardening equipment, i.e. servicing lawnmowers.

Collect and assemble garden waste for disposal.

**General DIY and maintenance**

**Tasks - Inside the house**:
Assist with minor/simple repairs e.g. minor plumbing, changing light bulbs, unblocking drains, repair painting, putting up shelves, etc.

Painting and decorating

The above lists are some examples of tasks required. Other tasks may be added as required.

**Experience and Personal Specification**

**Essential**

A good knowledge and understanding of plants/planting and gardening in general.

A good understanding of hard landscaping

Handyperson/grounds maintenance experience of at least 2 years.

Knowledge of health and safety procedures

Ability to work independently

Knowledge of moving and handling procedures

Tidy, methodical and well organised

Experience of mechanical maintenance of garden machinery and ability to use safely

Friendly, personable

Good timekeeping

A flexible approach to working

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

**Salary**: £27,000.00 per hour

Expected hours: 35 per week

**Benefits**:

- Company pension

**Experience**:

- Gardening: 2 years (required)

Work Location: In person

Reference ID: Chelmarsh