Post TitleGardenerJOB PURPOSETo work as directed to carry out all aspects of practical amenity horticulture to the highest standards as required by the Grounds Maintenance Specification and ClientsKEY RESULT AREASTo use a high level of gardening skills to meet the horticultural standards within the specification and to undertake all horticultural operations, including:Grassing cutting duties/strimming/hedge trimming/clearing leaves and litterPlanting out of bedding plants, trees and shrubsShrub bed planting and maintenance (e.g.
pruning and division)Application of chemicalsMaintenance, setting out and marking sports facilitiesGeneral soft landscaping works (e.g.
top-soiling, cultivation, seeding, shrub-bed renewal etc.
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To operate, and be responsible for ensuring that all vehicles, plant and machinery are kept in good working orders and comply with the Health and Safety at Work Act and the Road Traffic Regulations3.
To report any defects in tools and equipment to line manager4 To take reasonable care of own and others safety; to co-operate with managers/ supervisors in complying with statutory health & safety duties; to report incidents, accidents, faults etcPERSON SPECIFICATIONQualificationsNVQ stage 1 in Horticulture (or equivalent) OR a minimum of two years' proven practical experience in Grounds Maintenance workPossession of a current, full, UK driving licence is essentialKnowledgePossess knowledge of mechanical plant/equipment and its maintenance (or be prepared to undertake training)Knowledge of plant identification and disordersKnowledge of Health & Safety at Work RegulationsExperienceAble to demonstrate all practical aspects of horticulture, including grass cutting and general horticultual machineryExperience of soft landscaping workExperience of using mowing equipment and small plant (e.g.
pedestrian mowers, strimmers etc.
)Aptitude & SkillsAbility to work on own initiative with minimum supervisionAble to work to deadlinesGood communication skills - oral and writtenA willingness and ability to undertake further training and learn new skillsPunctuality and reliabilityAbility to demonstrate a commitment to the improvement and development of the gardening team as a wholeFlexible approach to people and workWillingness to assist colleagues when necessaryHave a pleasant manner and positive attitudeStamina; able to undertake the physical aspects of the postAble to work outdoors irrespective of weather or conditionsAble to work in any location within the city boundaryAvailability to work overtime if necessaryAbility to interpret plant plansStamina; able to undertake the physical aspects of the postAble to work outdoors irrespective of weather or conditionsEXPECTED BEHAVIOURS & VALUESEncourage and support others as part of a team.
Give guidance and advice to others.
Grow positive working relationshipsContribute with, and be open to change. Communicate openly, being straightforward with people to generate trust and confidence. Follow procedures and rules.
Give feedback where these can be improved.Honestly reflect on my personal style and its impact on others and develop my skills so I can adapt my style as appropriate.