Campus Grounds & Landscaping Specialist

The University of Edinburgh; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Edinburgh is seeking a motivated individual to join the Grounds & Landscape team. You will contribute to the continuous development of the University Grounds & Landscape, supporting biodiversity, longevity and high standards across the grounds provision.

With a land-based industry background and an interest in landscaping or estate work, you should be self-motivated, organised and able to work with minimal supervision as part of a team.

Qualifications

• Land-based industry background with interest in landscaping, gardening or estate work.
• Initiative and enthusiasm to contribute to grounds maintenance.
• Self-motivated with good organisational skills.
• Experience or interest in gardening or land-based industry.
• Willing to undertake training.
• Ability to drive work vans and other self-propelled equipment.

Responsibilities

• Be a member of the grounds maintenance team delivering high standards across the University grounds.
• Ensure biodiversity, longevity and overall success of the grounds provision.
• Work outdoors year-round in varying environments and conditions.

Skills

Land-based industry

Gardening

Self-motivation

Organisational skills

Teamwork

Willing to train

Job description

The University of Edinburgh is seeking a motivated individual to join the Grounds & Landscape team. You will contribute to the continuous development of the University Grounds & Landscape, supporting biodiversity, longevity and high standards across the grounds provision.

With a land-based industry background and an interest in landscaping or estate work, you should be self-motivated, organised and able to work with minimal supervision as part of a team.