Newport
Gardener / Horticultural Operative We are seeking a skilled and reliable Gardener / Horticultural Operative to deliver high-quality grounds maintenance services in line with established horticultural standards and specifications. This is a hands-on role requiring a high level of practical gardening expertise, attention to detail, and a strong commitment to health and safety. Key Responsibilities • Carry out grass cutting, strimming, hedge trimming, and clearing of leaves and litter, • Plant bedding plants, trees, and shrubs, • Undertake shrub bed planting and maintenance, including pruning and division, • Apply chemicals in accordance with regulations and best practice, • Maintain, set out, and mark sports facilities, • Perform general soft landscaping works such as top-soiling, cultivation, seeding, and shrub-bed renewal, • Operate vehicles, plant, and machinery safely and responsibly, • Ensure all vehicles, tools, and machinery are kept in good working order and comply with Health & Safety and Road Traffic Regulations, • Report any defects in tools, equipment, or machinery to the line manager, • Take reasonable care for your own safety and that of others, • Cooperate with managers and supervisors to meet statutory health and safety requirements, • Report incidents, accidents, hazards, and faults promptlyThe Ideal Candidate Will Have, • Proven experience in horticulture or grounds maintenance, • A strong understanding of horticultural standards and practices, • Experience operating plant and machinery safely, • Knowledge of safe chemical application (relevant certification desirable), • A proactive and responsible approach to health and safety, • The ability to work independently and as part of a teamWhat We Offer, • A supportive working environment, • Opportunities to develop horticultural skills