Gardening Technician – Grounds & Meadows

University of St Andrews; St Andrews; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave 30 days + 5 public hols

Hybrid working environment

Staff discount scheme

Free staff parking

Carshare / Cycle to Work

LinkedIn Learning access

Salary sacrifice scheme

Job summary

The University of St Andrews is seeking a dedicated gardener to join the Estates gardening service at the North Haugh Grounds Department. You will maintain lawns, borders, meadows, woodland and other general gardening tasks, working with the team led by the grounds Team leader.

Experience with modern gardening equipment and PA1/PA6 qualifications are advantageous; strong health and safety knowledge is essential.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication skills and a proactive, helpful manner.
• PA1/PA6 qualification would be advantageous.
• Horticultural knowledge would be advantageous and beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Maintain fine lawns, herbaceous borders, open grassland meadows, natural woodland and all general gardening maintenance.
• Operate modern gardening equipment safely and efficiently.
• Work as part of the team led by the grounds Team leader and collaborate with teammates.
• Uphold health and safety standards and machinery maintenance.

Skills

Communication skills

Gardening equipment operation

Health & Safety

Education

PA1/PA6 qualification

Horticultural knowledge

Tools

Gardening equipment

Job description

The University of St Andrews is seeking a dedicated gardener to join the Estates gardening service at the North Haugh Grounds Department. You will maintain lawns, borders, meadows, woodland and other general gardening tasks, working with the team led by the grounds Team leader.

Experience with modern gardening equipment and PA1/PA6 qualifications are advantageous; strong health and safety knowledge is essential.