Landscaping / Maintenance Worker

The Landscaper Magazine; Horton Kirby; On-site; GBP 12,398,000 - 16,531,000; Part time

Job summary

The Landscaper Magazine is seeking a reliable Landscaping / Maintenance Worker for seasonal outdoor work in the Kent area. You will join an experienced team to maintain commercial landscapes and contribute to a high standard of workmanship on client sites.

Preferred candidates will enjoy outdoor work, be physically fit, and able to operate as part of a team. PA1/PA6 certificates are desirable, and own transport is advantageous.

Qualifications

• Applicants should enjoy working outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Be physically fit and capable of carrying out manual work.
• Be reliable, punctual and hardworking.
• Work well as part of a team.
• Be able to maintain high standards of workmanship.

Responsibilities

• Carry out a variety of commercial landscape maintenance tasks.
• Strimming, hedge trimming and mowing of pedestrian areas.
• Raking up grass, leaves and pruning waste.
• Blowing pathways and hard surfaces.
• Maintain high commercial standards on customer sites.
• Work safely as part of a team.

Skills

Outdoor work

Physical fitness

Reliability

Punctuality

Teamwork

High workmanship standards

Education

PA1/PA6 certificates (desirable)

Job description

A commercial landscape maintenance company based inSouth Darenth, Kentis looking for a reliable and hardworkingLandscaping / Maintenance Workerto join its team.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys working outdoors, takes pride in maintaining high standards, and is looking to build a career in the landscaping industry. Working as part of an experienced team, you’ll help maintain a range of commercial landscapes throughout the local area.

Job Title:Landscaping / Maintenance Worker

Location:South Darenth, near Dartford, Kent

Job Type:Seasonal

Working Hours:
Monday to Friday, 7:00am – 5:00pm (1-hour unpaid break)
Seasonal variations in working hours may apply.

Salary:
Competitive (depending on experience).

Main Duties

The successful candidate will carry out a variety of commercial landscape maintenance tasks, including:

• Strimming
• Hedge trimming
• Pedestrian mowing
• Raking up grass, leaves and pruning waste
• Blowing pathways and hard surfaces
• Working safely and efficiently as part of a team
• Maintaining high commercial standards on customer sites.

Candidate Requirements

Applicants should:

• Enjoy working outdoors in all weather conditions
• Be physically fit and capable of carrying out manual work
• Be reliable, punctual and hardworking
• Work well as part of a team
• Be able to maintain high standards of workmanship

Previous landscaping or grounds maintenance experience would be advantageous but is not essential.

Desirable Qualifications

The following would be beneficial:

• PA1 and PA6 pesticide application certificates
• Previous commercial grounds maintenance experience
• Own transport, as public transport links to the depot are limited.

Additional Information

Successful applicants may be required to undergo:

• Employment reference checks