Overview
Garden Maintenance Operative Jobs in London, England, UK at PSN T/A Cosmopolitan Recruitment
Garden Maintenance Operative
Full-time/ Salary £30k + Package and company vechile / 8am to 4.30pm Monday to Friday(with overtime/weekend work available.)
Location:
Across various London sites
Job Description
The Maintenance Operative participates in the day-to-day maintenance of designated gardens and is directed by the Team Leader. Responsibilities include carrying out various garden tasks as requested, care of equipment and tools, and following instructions as required. Reporting to the Maintenance Team Leader and Maintenance Supervisors.
Requirements
Minimum of one year experience in residential garden maintenance/soft landscaping, or a combination of transferable skills, love of working outdoors and keenness to learn & progress.
A basic knowledge of methods, materials, tools and equipment used in garden maintenance operations, standard horticultural practices (planting, pruning, fertilising, etc.) and growth characteristics and identification of a wide variety of plants
Compulsory:
Drivers Licence.
Desirable:
Basic first aid certificate or greater
Desirable:
Horticultural qualifications
Desirable: PA1 & PA6 spraying certificates.
Physical aptitude to working outdoors in all kinds of weather conditions – physical demands include lifting and carrying, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, kneeling and repetitive motion.
Ability to take and follow instructions.
Good oral and written communication skills
Great cooperation and team skills
High levels of ethical conduct, including timekeeping and attendance
Able to work autonomously.
High standards of work and attention to detail
Able to work in a fast-paced environment and maintain organisation and a positive attitude.
Non-exhaustive task list
Ensure that the appearance of our client s gardens meet or exceed expectations and that RSL s goals of excellent client service are always achieved.
Communicate regularly with the Maintenance Team Leader and Maintenance Coordinator regarding day-to-day maintenance operations including reporting any unusual conditions.
Carry out maintenance tasks as requested in the most efficient and timely manner.
Comply with all RSL policies and health and safety procedures as appropriate and encourage others to follow them.
Care for assigned equipment and notify the Maintenance Team Leader of any required repairs.
Maintain effective employee, client and public relations.
Log own timesheets/hours and absenteeism on relevant employee online portals.
Any other duties assigned by the Maintenance Team Leader and/or Maintenance Coordinator.
Benefits
20 days annual leave + 8 bank holidays
Length of service holiday accrual (up to 25 days).
Birthday day off
Pension scheme
Refer a friend bonus (£500 after tax)
Health Cash Plan
Employee Assistance Program
Employee e-learning platform
Cycle to Work Scheme
Quarterly social events
Title: Garden Maintenance Operative
Company: PSN T/A Cosmopolitan Recruitment
Location: London, England, UK
Category: Outdoor/Nature/Animal Care (Maintenance Technician / Mechanic, Lawn Care), Maintenance/Cleaning (Maintenance Technician / Mechanic, Lawn Care)
