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Experienced Lead Gardener

Employer
Gardening Squad
Location
London (Greater)
Salary
Up to £30K DOE + Van
Closing date
28 Feb 2022

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Contract Type
Contract
Hours
Full Time
Function
Gardening Jobs
Sector
Horticultural Specialist

Experienced Lead Gardener

Up to £30K DOE + Van / North West, West & South West London

Temp to perm Contract – Immediate start although can be flexible with notice periods etc.

**This is an excellent opportunity to join an ambitious, reputable company, that is looking to grow** **and where you would participate as a valued, long-term member of the team**

For more information on us please visit gardeningsquad.co.uk and gsqlandscapes.co.uk.

We are looking for a Lead Gardener to carry out daily garden maintenance appointments Monday to Friday.  This is a hands on role, where you will be provided with daily schedules to attend pre-booked garden service appointments and regular maintenance.  You will be expected to manage your time and team efficiently, carry out your duties to a high standard and deliver great customer service to your clients.  You will be working with an assist.

Role Requirements:

  • Maintaining client gardens to the expected high standard.
  • Liaising and communicating directly with clients and the office.
  • Lawn care.
  • Mowing, fertilizing, moss control.
  • Plant, shrub and tree care: pruning, insect control, pest control, fertilizing.
  • Paving/deck care: pressure-washing, bleaching, algaecide treatment, cleaning, sealing, oiling. 
  • Hedge trimming.
  • Weed control.
  • Mulching.
  • Planting. 
  • Carrying out seasonal required tasks and activities. 
  • Installing Spring, Summer and Winter bedding arrangements.
  • Operating and maintaining water irrigation systems.
  • Operating and maintaining tools and machinery.
  • Hand-tools, mower, blower, hedge trimmer, long-arm trimmer, scarifier, pressure-washer. 
  • Operating and maintaining your assigned vehicle/van. 
  • Transportation and disposal of green waste at local refuse sites. 
  • Daily completion and submission of timesheets and expenses. 
  • Secure handling and storing of client keys and security/alarm codes. 
  • Ad hoc duties 

Person Specification

  • Previous landscape maintenance experience is essential
  • PA1 PA6 desired
  • Recognized qualification or very high level of horticultural experience / Knowledge
  • Full clean driving licence is essential
  • Very presentable with good client facing skills
  • Fluent in English with good communication skills
  • Good plant knowledge
  • Living Locally West London or within reasonable distance

     

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