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Our client is a leading Grounds Maintenance and Landscaping Contractor. They are recruiting for a Grounds Maintenance Operative to join their team.
As a Grounds Maintenance Operative it is essential to:
- Have atleast 3 years experience working for Grounds Maintenance Contractors.
It is desirable to have:
- PA1/PA6 License
- Drivers License
As a Grounds Maintenance Operative your duties will include:
- 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
If you are interested in this Grounds Maintenance Operative's position please apply or contact Luke Thompson on 07710 709721 using reference LT/018732.
