Landscape Service Operative

University of South Hampton; Southampton; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Southampton is seeking a motivated Landscape Service Team member who is passionate about horticulture. This role involves managing the university grounds and requires practical skills in horticultural maintenance machinery. Candidates should possess a City & Guilds Level 1 or NVQ Level 2 in amenity horticulture. Benefits include generous holiday allowances and health facilities.

Benefits

Generous holiday allowance

Access to University pension scheme

Subsidised health and fitness facilities

Range of discounts

Qualifications

• Practical experience in horticultural maintenance.
• A manual driving licence is required.
• PA1 & PA6 spraying qualification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain university grounds.
• Work collaboratively within the Landscape Service Team.

Skills

Experience in horticulture

Team player

Practical knowledge of horticultural machinery

Education

City & Guilds Level 1 or NVQ Level 2

Tools

Horticultural maintenance machinery

Job description

Estates and Facilities are seeking additional member for the Landscape Service Team. The Landscape service team manage the award winning university grounds across multiple locations within the city and surrounding campuses.

We are seeking a highly motivated individual who has experience and a passion for horticulture. You will have practical knowledge and skills in the use of horticultural maintenance machinery. You will need to be a team player with a "can do" approach to delivering our services.

You will need to have a City & Guilds Level 1 (Amenity horticulture) or NVQ Level 2 or equivalent or relevant work experience. A full manual driving licence and PA1 & PA6 spraying qualification, MO1/MO6 tractor driving with front loader qualification would be an advantage.

We support a flexible approach to work, as well as additional benefits that will make your life easier, including generous holiday allowance, access to the University pension scheme, subsidised health and fitness facilities and a range of discounts.

The University of Southampton is a fantastic and supportive place to work and you would be a valued member of the team.

We are proactive in fostering a culture of inclusion, respect and equality of opportunity, we select candidates on the basis of merit and ability and aspire to thrive in the diversity of our workplace. We welcome applications from candidates with an interest in the role and those who are committed to helping us create an inclusive working environment.

For an informal discussion contact: Amanda Boorer, Landscape service manager on 023 80599271

We are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and welcome applicants who support our mission of inclusivity.

This role does not qualify for Skilled Worker Visa sponsorship. To explore alternative UK visa options, see gov.uk .

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