Grounds Maintenance Operative – Wolverhampton

Continental Landscapes Ltd; Wolverhampton; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated herbicide sprayer to join their team. This full-time role involves applying herbicides across various sites while ensuring compliance with environmental regulations and maintaining high service standards. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of plant protection products and COSHH regulations, along with a commitment to quality and safety. Join a company that values its employees and offers a supportive work environment, where your contributions will help maintain beautiful landscapes and green spaces throughout the region.

Qualifications

• Understanding of the Environment Protection Act and plant protection products.
• Ability to follow COSHH regulations and manufacturer guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Apply herbicide across various sites while maintaining meticulous records.
• Ensure vehicles and equipment are used and maintained according to guidelines.

Skills

Herbicide Application

Record Keeping

Knowledge of COSHH Regulations

Vehicle Maintenance

Education

Certification in Pesticide Application

Relevant Horticultural Qualification

Tools

Horticultural Equipment

Spraying Equipment

Job description

Krinkels UK, established in 1989 and part of the Krinkels Group operating across the Netherlands, Belgium, Germany, France, and the UK, has grown substantially over the years. The company specializes in grounds maintenance, street cleansing, landscaping, and related services, with several divisions offering comprehensive solutions.

We are proud to have received numerous industry awards and are active members of the British Association of Landscape Industries (BALI) and The Institute of Parks and Green Space (IPGS).

Our team comprises over 800 employees, including more than 100 management and supervisory staff, with highly trained grounds staff such as green keepers, arborists, and gardeners. We operate from 23 nationwide offices and maintain a fleet of horticultural equipment and vehicles.

Krinkels UK is committed to delivering high-quality services, evidenced by our ISO 9001 accreditation and ongoing updates to our quality procedures.

About the job

The herbicide sprayer role is a full-time position responsible for applying herbicide across various sites, including hard surfaces, shrub beds, obstacles, walls, and fences throughout the year.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain meticulous records and be fully aware of the Environment Protection Act concerning plant protection products.
• Adhere to COSHH regulations and manufacturer guidelines via product Data Sheets.
• Ensure vehicles and equipment are used, maintained, and secured according to operational guidelines, reporting any defects, damage, or thefts.
• Stay informed about current legislation and professional practices related to the field and apply this knowledge to work activities.
• Provide high standards of service to meet client requirements.
• Follow all Krinkels UK policies on Environment, HR, Fleet, IT, Health and Safety, Equality, and Diversity.
• Perform other related duties as required by the business.

Working hours are 44 hours in summer and 30 hours in winter. This is a full-time, fixed-term contract position.