Gardener / Grounds Maintenance Assistant
5 days ago
We are seeking a gardener/grounds maintenance operative to join the estates team of a local award winning Trust.
The successful applicant will be required to undertake, with a minimum of supervision, routine grounds maintenance including:
- Grass cutting with commercial machinery
Control of weeds by manual and chemical means
Litter collection around main entrance areas
Planting out seasonal displays in beds and containers
Seasonal pruning and plant care
Hedge cutting and boundary maintenance by hand and with commercial equipment
Minor tree surgery
Winter gritting and snow clearing
Basic maintenance of surface water drainage
Application of fertilizers/top dressings to maintain quality of appearance
Maintenance of the grounds and gardens within the Estate to the highest achievable standards.
Grass cutting routines with self-propelled commercial grade grass cutting machinery including basic machine maintenance/adjustment and the safe use of all grass cutting and other types of machinery to ensure safety of the individual and passers by.
Sweeping and cleaning roadways and main entrance areas, including the removal of litter, to maintain the Estate in a tidy condition.
Control of flower beds, hanging baskets and containers, including planting, pruning, weed control and feeding.
Control of weeds by traditional methods and by chemical spraying.
Roding and cleaning surface water drainage to ensure proper operation.
Hours of work will be 37.5 hours per week Monday to Friday. This post will be for a minimum of 6 months but with the view of extension.
Taskmaster Resources is operating as a recruitment business for this role.
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