Head Gardener
2 months ago
Swanscombe, Kent, United Kingdom
Trusted Resource Solutions
Full time
Job DescriptionWe are seeking a skilled and experienced Head Gardener to join our team at Trusted Resource Solutions. As a key member of our estate maintenance team, you will be responsible for maintaining and enhancing the beauty of our gardens and outdoor spaces.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage a small team of grounds maintenance staff, ensuring all tasks are delegated accordingly.
- Provide a high standard of service to our clients and customers.
- Maintain the estate grounds and apartment curtilages to a high standard.
- Carry out an agreed annual programme of maintenance work to ensure the grounds are kept to an agreed standard.
- Operate ride-on mowers and use petrol/electric powered gardening tools.
- Oversee cleaning of car park areas with specialist sweeping machines.
- Comply with all health and safety procedures and follow the correct method of working as per RAMS.
- Oversee fencing repairs and general estate maintenance work as required.
- Carry out general estate maintenance work as required by the Development Manager.
- Drive site vehicles with trailers.
- Continued self and team improvement by using company e-learning platforms.
- Undertake training courses as required.
Requirements:
- NVQ Level 2 in horticulture or equivalent qualification.
- PA1 and PA6A.
- Full UK driving license.
- PASMA license beneficial but not essential.
- A national diploma (BTEC/C&G) in a horticultural discipline, also beneficial but not essential.
- Well-motivated, with a pro-active and flexible can-do attitude, able to act on own initiative, paying attention to detail.
- Leadership qualities, with previous supervisory or managerial experience helpful.
This is a fantastic opportunity to work for a reputable organization that will support your growth and develop your skill set. If you are a motivated and experienced gardening professional looking for a new challenge, please apply today with a copy of your CV.