Estate Gardener - Armathwaite, United Kingdom - PPM Ltd

PPM Ltd
PPM Ltd
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Armathwaite, United Kingdom

2 weeks ago

Tom O´Connor

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We are searching for a competent and reliable gardener to maintain our garden & woodland, approx. 35 acres.

You will be responsible for all general maintenance tasks related to the garden including planting new trees, servicing garden machinery, conducting regular pruning and managing the woodland.


Responsibilities:


  • Maintain and grow the garden & woodland to ensure it meets specific requirements and expectations.
  • Provide guidance to management on matters related to the garden.
  • Perform basic maintenance such as cutting the grass, emptying bins, managing weed control and leaf collecting.
  • Plant and nurture new trees, flowers and develop new planting.
  • Work with hand tools and basic light machinery such as plant, vehicles and small diggers.
  • Need to be fully experienced with using a chain saw.
  • Maintain all garden equipment and machinery.
  • Maintain a clean garden by clearing rubbish and litter from the garden and grounds.
  • Ensure a safe environment for staff and customers by adhering to safety and health regulations.

Requirements:


  • At least 23 years of proven experience in a similar role.
  • Must a have a current driving licence
  • Ability to handle a range of horticultural machinery, powered and hand tools.
  • Indepth knowledge of plants, trees and gardening techniques.
  • Friendly personality with excellent interpersonal skills.
  • Solid understanding of health and safety rules and legislation.

T&C's

  • Seasonal hours
  • Winter 35 hours per week, Summer 45 hours per week, Spring & Autumn 40 hours per week (date breakdown provided at interview stage)
  • Workplace pension 3% employer contribution, 5% employee contribution
  • Enhanced Annual Leave which will increase throughout your length of service
  • Annual Leave Purchase Scheme allowing you to buy up to 5 additional days annual leave each year
  • Birthday holiday
  • Loyalty bonus scheme**criteria's apply
  • If you require this in a different format or wish to speak to anybody about any requirements you have, please don't hesitate to contact us._

Salary:
£23,920.00 per year


Benefits:


  • Additional leave
  • Company pension
  • Flexitime
  • Free parking
  • Health & wellbeing programme
  • Onsite parking

Experience:


  • Gardening: 2 years (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

  • Driving Licence (preferred)

Work Location:
In person
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