Landscape Gardener

Latcom plc

Southend-on-Sea

On-site

GBP 20,000 - 28,000

Full time

12 days ago
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Job summary

Latcom plc in the Southend area is seeking a reliable Landscape Gardener to undertake landscaping and garden maintenance on residential and commercial properties across Southend-on-Sea and surrounding areas.

You will need your own transport and be prepared for outdoor work in varying weather, with travel to sites across the region. A full UK driving licence is preferred for site coverage.

Qualifications

  • Proven experience in landscaping, gardening or grounds maintenance.
  • Practical understanding of planting, lawn care and seasonal maintenance.
  • Experience using common gardening tools and machinery safely.
  • Willingness to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.

Responsibilities

  • Prepare ground, improve soil and lay turf. Plant trees, shrubs, flowers and hedges. Carry out mowing, hedge cutting, pruning, weeding and general garden maintenance.
  • Assist with hard landscaping, including patios, paving, fencing, decking and garden edging. Use gardening tools and powered equipment safely.
  • Load, unload and move materials, keeping work areas clean and tidy.
  • Follow project instructions and agreed schedules.
  • Communicate professionally with customers and colleagues.
  • Follow health and safety procedures and report equipment faults.

Skills

Landscaping experience
Driving licence

Job description

Landscape Gardener required to work around the Southend area.

Please note: Monday to Friday and you must have your own transport and site-based outdoor work.

The role:

We are looking for a reliable Landscape Gardener to undertake landscaping and garden maintenance projects across Southend-on-Sea and the surrounding areas. Working on residential and commercial properties, you will help create and maintain attractive outdoor spaces, completing work to a high standard and providing a professional service to customers.

Key responsibilities:
  • Prepare ground, improve soil and lay turf. Plant trees, shrubs, flowers and hedges. Carry out mowing, hedge cutting, pruning, weeding and general garden maintenance.
  • Assist with hard landscaping, including patios, paving, fencing, decking and garden edging. Use gardening tools and powered equipment safely.
  • Load, unload and move materials, keeping work areas clean and tidy.
  • Follow project instructions and agreed schedules.
  • Communicate professionally with customers and colleagues.
  • Follow health and safety procedures and report equipment faults.
Essential skills and experience:
  • Proven previous experience in landscaping, gardening or grounds maintenance.
  • A practical understanding of planting, lawn care and seasonal maintenance.
  • Experience using common gardening tools and machinery safely.
  • Good attention to detail and pride in the quality of your work.
  • Reliability, punctuality and the ability to work independently or within a team.
  • Ability to undertake the physical duties of the role, with reasonable adjustments where appropriate.
  • Willingness to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
  • Ability to travel to sites across Southend and surrounding areas.
  • A full UK driving licence, particularly where driving a company vehicle is required.

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