Grounds Maintenance
21 days ago
Cannock
Grounds Maintenance Operative / Gardener We are currently seeking a reliable and enthusiastic Grounds Maintenance Operative / Gardener to join our team. This role involves maintaining and enhancing the appearance of gardens and landscaped areas to a high standard. If you take pride in outdoor work and have a passion for horticulture, we would be pleased to hear from you. Key Responsibilities • Carry out general grounds maintenance duties, including lawn mowing, hedge trimming, and leaf clearance, • Plant, water, and maintain flowers, shrubs, and trees, • Prune and trim plants to promote healthy growth and presentation, • Weed and remove unwanted vegetation from landscaped areas, • Prepare and maintain garden beds through mulching, fertilising, and soil cultivation, • Operate and maintain a range of hand tools and powered gardening equipment, • Carry out irrigation tasks to ensure adequate plant hydration, • Monitor plant health and report or address signs of pests, disease, or damage, • Support wider landscaping and seasonal maintenance activities as required Skills & Experience • Previous experience in gardening, landscaping, or grounds maintenance is desirable, • Basic knowledge of plants, trees, and horticultural practices, • Experience using gardening tools and machinery safely and effectively, • Ability to work independently as well as part of a team, • Good attention to detail and a strong work ethic, • Ability to follow instructions and complete tasks to a high standard Additional Requirements • A valid driving licence is preferred