Gardener (Full Time)

New Start; Fleetwood; Hybrid; GBP 26,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Outdoor work

Training opportunities

Employer pension

24 days annual leave rising to 29 days

Job summary

Wyre Borough Council in Fleetwood, Lancashire is hiring a Gardener to maintain parks, cemeteries, and open spaces to high standards. This full-time role supports the Area Team Leader in delivering a high-quality public service across the borough.

The role involves hands-on outdoor work, use of grounds maintenance equipment, and collaboration with colleagues to keep spaces safe, attractive and welcoming for residents and visitors.

Qualifications

• Previous experience maintaining parks, open spaces or similar environments.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Physically able to undertake the duties.
• Commitment to equality, diversity and Council values.
• Reliable with a consistent standard of service.

Responsibilities

• Maintain parks, open spaces, cemeteries and landscaped areas to standards.
• Use grounds maintenance equipment including hand tools, ride-on mowers.
• Carry out horticultural and grounds maintenance tasks borough-wide.
• Provide a uniformed, professional presence while carrying out duties.
• Work as part of a team to meet service standards.
• Support safe working practices and health and safety culture.
• Undertake other duties appropriate to the role.

Skills

Parks maintenance

Customer care

Driving licence (UK)

Physical fitness

Teamwork

Health & safety awareness

Education

NVQ Level 2 in Horticulture

PA1 & PA6a certification

Tools

Ride-on mowers

Grounds maintenance equipment

Job description

Jobs

Gardener

More Information

Salary

£26,427 - £27,274

Expires

20/09/2026

Company

Wyre Borough Council

Location

Fleetwood, Lancashire

Job Type

Full Time

At Wyre, we take pride in the maintenance and presentation of our parks, open spaces, and cemeteries. To support this work, we are looking to recruit a Gardener who will help maintain our landscaped areas to the high standards our communities expect.

This is a hands‑on role working as part of a dedicated team responsible for the day‑to‑day upkeep of the borough’s green spaces. You will assist the Area Team Leader in delivering a high‑quality service across parks, open spaces, and cemeteries, ensuring these areas remain safe, attractive, and welcoming for residents and visitors.

What You’ll Do

• Maintain parks, open spaces, cemeteries, and landscaped areas to agreed standards.
• Use a range of grounds maintenance equipment, including hand tools, portable appliances, and ride‑on mowers.
• Carry out general horticultural and grounds maintenance tasks across the borough.
• Provide a uniformed, professional presence while undertaking duties.
• Work effectively as part of a team to meet service standards.
• Support safe working practices and contribute to a positive health and safety culture.
• Undertake any other duties appropriate to the role.

What We’re Looking For

• Previous experience maintaining parks, open spaces, or similar environments.
• Understanding of good customer care practices.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Physically able to undertake the duties of the role.
• Commitment to equality, diversity, and the Council’s values.
• Reliable and able to demonstrate a consistent standard of service.

Desirable:

• IOSH Working Safely (or equivalent).
• Experience operating ride‑on mowers and grounds maintenance equipment.
• NVQ Level 2 in Horticulture or significant relevant experience.
• PA1 & PA6a Pesticide Application.
• Understanding of fine turf and sports pitch maintenance.

What you’ll get in return:

• The opportunity to work outdoors in a role that directly contributes to the appearance and enjoyment of Wyre’s green spaces.
• Training and development opportunities, including grounds maintenance skills and equipment use.
• A competitive salary with employer pension contributions.
• 24 days annual leave rising to 29 days depending on length of service, plus bank holidays.
• A supportive team environment where you can develop and grow.

Closing date: 20 September 2026

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This role expires20/09/2026.