Landscape Maintenance Gardener

Distinction Gardens Ltd; Caerleon; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company pension

Free parking

On-site parking

Private medical insurance

Job summary

Distinction Gardens Ltd in Newport is seeking a Landscape Gardener/Grounds Maintenance operative to maintain lawns, flower beds and diverse outdoor spaces. You will work on domestic and commercial sites, employing gardening, horticulture and landscaping skills to keep areas thriving and aesthetically pleasing.

You will cover the surrounding areas, including Usk, Raglan, Abergavenny, Cardiff, Caldicot and Chepstow, so a clean driving licence is required.

Qualifications

• Experience in gardening/landscaping
• Knowledge of lawn care techniques and fertilisation methods
• Ability to operate hand and power tools safely
• Physical stamina to perform outdoor tasks in varying weather
• Clean driving licence required to travel to different sites

Responsibilities

• Perform routine lawn care tasks including mowing, edging, fertilizing, and aerating
• Maintain flower beds, shrubs, trees, and other plantings through pruning and planting
• Operate hand tools and power tools safely for outdoor work
• Use irrigation and landscape maintenance tasks including weed control and mulching
• Address plant health issues and contribute to visual appeal of landscapes
• Drive to different job sites to complete tasks in a timely manner

Skills

Gardening

Horticulture

Landscaping

Lawn care

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

Job Description:

Overview

Join our vibrant team as a Landscape Gardener/Grounds Maintenance operative and play a vital role in creating and sustaining beautiful, healthy outdoor environments. This energetic position offers the opportunity to work outdoors, applying your gardening, horticulture, and landscaping skills to maintain diverse landscapes. You will be responsible for ensuring that gardens, lawns, and green spaces are thriving and visually appealing, contributing to the overall aesthetic and health of our outdoor areas. If you're passionate about gardening, and landscape maintenance, this role provides a dynamic environment where your expertise makes a real impact. You'll be working for a busy and expanding garden maintenance and landscaping company, carrying out domestic and commercial grounds maintenance and landscaping projects. We are based in Newport and cover the surrounding areas of Usk, Raglan, Abergavenny, Cardiff, Caldicot and Chepstow, therefore you'll need a clean driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine lawn care tasks including mowing, edging, fertilizing, and aerating to keep grass healthy and lush
• Maintain flower beds, shrubs, trees, and other plantings through pruning, trimming, planting, and watering
• Operate hand tools such as shovels, rakes, pruners, and hoes to carry out planting and maintenance activities efficiently
• Use power tools like hedge trimmers, blowers, chainsaws, and lawn equipment safely and effectively
• Implement irrigation systems maintenance including inspecting for leaks or clogs and adjusting watering schedules to optimise plant health
• Conduct landscape maintenance tasks that include weed control, soil preparation, mulching, and pest management to ensure vibrant landscapes

Requirements

• Proven experience in gardening, horticulture, landscaping or related fields
• Knowledge of lawn care techniques including mowing schedules and fertilisation methods
• Ability to operate hand tools and power tools safely while maintaining efficiency in outdoor work environments
• Strong understanding of plant growth requirements and landscape maintenance best practices
• Physical stamina to perform outdoor tasks in various weather conditions; ability to stand, walk or lift for extended periods
• Excellent attention to detail combined with a proactive approach to landscape care
• Identify and address plant health issues, providing solutions to enhance garden aesthetics.
• Communicate effectively with team members and clients to understand project requirements.
• Drive to different job sites, ensuring timely completion of landscaping tasks.

Benefits

• Company pension
• Free parking
• On-site parking
• Private medical insurance

Pay: £26,700 - £30,000 per year

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent