Landscaper

Places for People; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A community-focused organization in Newcastle upon Tyne is seeking a Landscaping Operative to perform various tasks, including mowing, trimming, and maintaining estates. The role requires a manual driving license and offers competitive benefits such as a company van, comprehensive holiday package, and training opportunities. Ideal candidates will have a keen understanding of estate management and strong communication skills.

Benefits

Pension with matched contributions up to 7%

Up to 35 days annual leave

Cashback plan for healthcare costs

Bonus scheme for all colleagues at 2%

Extra perks including discounts

Qualifications

• Current manual driving license, ideally with the ability to tow.
• PA1 and PA6 NPTC Spraying Licence preferred.
• Experience in similar services is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform landscaping tasks including mowing, edging, and maintaining soft areas.
• Conduct weekly checks on groundskeeping equipment.
• Apply herbicides, fungicides, or insecticides when needed.

Skills

Estate management knowledge

Strong communication skills

IT literacy for smartphones/tablets

Tools

Power Pack tools

Job description

Overview

What`s next? If you meet the criteria and are ready to make the next step in your career then apply following our simple 5 minute application process, upload a CV and a supporting statement which demonstrates how you meet the requirements of the role. If you have any questions please email the recruitment team. If you are a Places for People customer and you're looking for support with your application, please contact our skills and employment team on [e-mail]. Please note that we may bring the closing date forward, if we receive a large number of quality applications. If you are interested in this role we would advise applying immediately to avoid disappointment. If you are using a mobile device such as an iPad then ensure your CV is stored in the cloud, we currently support Google Drive, OneDrive and Dropbox. If you are a recruitment agency please note we operate a PSL and do not take cold calls.

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More about your role

You will be responsible for landscaping tasks such as mowing, edging, trimming hedges, and maintaining soft landscaping areas. This includes planting trees, flowers, and shrubs, clearing snow from pedestrian areas, and ensuring walkways and car parks are properly maintained. You'll conduct weekly checks on groundskeeping equipment, perform litter picks, and address issues like dog fouling and sharps. You will apply herbicides, fungicides, or insecticides when needed and occasionally carry out hard landscaping tasks. You will also participate in estate improvement works, prioritise areas, and assist with compliance checks to keep the estate safe and clean. As part of our employment checks, this role will require you to complete a satisfactory Basic DBS check. Although this role is advertised in a specific location, you will be required to work in surrounding areas.

Desirable Criteria:

• PA1 and PA6 NPTC Spraying License
• Needle and Sharp awareness
• Hold a valid driving license (must be manual) ideally with ability to tow

More about you

You will need to have a current manual driving licence, ideally with the ability to tow, and it is ideally for you to have a PA1 and PA6 NPTC Spraying Licence and be aware of needle and sharp safety. A good working knowledge of estate management issues and strong communication skills are essential. Experience in similar services is preferred, as well as IT literacy to use smartphones/tablets and messaging/file-sharing tools. You should be able to work independently, meet deadlines, and complete tasks to quality standards. You'll work as part of a team, communicating effectively with colleagues, maintaining positive relationships with customers, and respecting both colleagues and estates.

Benefits

We are a large diverse and ambitious business, which will give you all the challenge you could wish for. We know that there's always more we can do to make you smile, that's why we offer a comprehensive benefits package with each role, yours will include:

• Competitive salary, with a salary review yearly
• Company Van with fuel card
• Equipment including Power Pack tools and tablet provided
• PPE and Full uniform provided
• Pension with matched contributions up to 7%
• Excellent holiday package - up to 35 days annual leave (Including bank holidays) with the option to buy or sell leave
• Overtime as and when required
• Cashback plan for healthcare costs - up to £500 saving per year
• A bonus scheme for all colleagues at 2%
• Training and development
• Extra perks including huge discounts and offers from shops, cinemas and much more.