Network Recruitment Wales are recruiting a HWRC Operative for a temporary contract with one of our clients.
JOB PURPOSE To work as directed to carry out all aspects of practical amenity horticulture to the highest standards as required by the Grounds Maintenance Specification and Clients KEY RESULT AREAS To 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 litter Planting out of bedding plants, trees and shrubs Shrub bed planting and maintenance (e.g.
pruning and division) Application of chemicals Maintenance, setting out and marking sports facilities General soft landscaping works (e.g.
top-soiling, cultivation, seeding, shrub-bed renewal etc.)
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 Regulations To report any defects in tools and equipment to line manager 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 etc This job description sets out the main result areas of the post at the date when it was drawn up.
Such duties may vary from time to time without changing the general character of the post or the level of responsibility.
Such variations are a common occurrence and cannot in themselves justify a reconsideration of the grading of the post.
PERSON SPECIFICATION Qualifications NVQ stage 1 in Horticulture (or equivalent) OR a minimum of two years' proven practical experience in Grounds Maintenance work Possession of a current, full, UK driving licence is essential Possess a spraying certificate Knowledge Possess knowledge of mechanical plant/equipment and its maintenance (or be prepared to undertake training) Knowledge of plant identification and disorders Knowledge of Health & Safety at Work Regulations Experience Able to demonstrate all practical aspects of horticulture, including grass cutting and general horticultual machinery Experience of soft landscaping work Experience of using mowing equipment and small plant (e.g.
pedestrian mowers, strimmers etc.)
Aptitude & Skills Ability to work on own initiative with minimum supervision Able to work to deadlines Good communication skills - oral and written A willingness and ability to undertake further training and learn new skills Punctuality and reliability Ability to demonstrate a commitment to the improvement and development of the gardening team as a whole Flexible approach to people and work Willingness to assist colleagues when necessary Have a pleasant manner and positive attitude Stamina; able to undertake the physical aspects of the post Able to work outdoors irrespective of weather or conditions Able to work in any location within the city boundary Availability to work overtime if necessary