Gardener

Landscaping Matters; London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a dedicated gardener to join their Exmouth Town and Seafront team. In this role, you will be responsible for cultivating a variety of plants in diverse green spaces, including public parks and gardens. The ideal candidate will have practical gardening experience and relevant qualifications, along with the ability to work independently with minimal supervision. This position requires flexibility, as you will need to work some weekends and public holidays. If you are passionate about gardening and enjoy working outdoors, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Practical experience in gardening and plant cultivation is essential.
• Relevant qualifications in gardening are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Grow and cultivate various plants in public parks and gardens.
• Assist in maintenance and cleansing operations as needed.

Skills

Practical Gardening Experience

Ability to Work Independently

Attention to Detail

Education

Relevant Gardening Qualifications

Tools

Driver's License

Job description

We are seeking a gardener to work with the Exmouth Town and Seafront team. You will be primarily responsible for growing and cultivating all types of plants such as flowers, trees, shrubs and lawns in a variety of green spaces including public parks, gardens, and sports grounds as assigned by the service. In addition, general duties will include assisting without direct supervision in the various maintenance and cleansing operations undertaken by Streetscene on property and buildings and assisting other area
teams as required.

About you

You will need to be able to work diligently with minimal supervision, including some weekends and on public holidays. You must have practical experience and or relevant qualifications in a Gardening role and you’ll need to be able to work seasonal hours (*41.5 hours in summer, 32.5 hours in winter – average of 37 hours per week pro-rata for part-time roles). A valid driver’s licence is essential, and a category C1 C1E or C driving licence (or B licence issued prior to Jan 1997) would be a distinct advantage.