Job Description

Overview

We are seeking a dedicated Landscape Technician to join our team and contribute to maintaining and enhancing outdoor environments. The ideal candidate will have a passion for horticulture and landscape maintenance, with a keen eye for detail and a strong work ethic. This role offers opportunities to work on diverse projects, utilise various tools and machinery, and develop skills in construction, gardening, and irrigation systems.

Duties

Perform routine soft landscape maintenance including mowing, pruning, and planting to ensure healthy growth and aesthetic appeal. Carry out hard landscaping tasks including paving, fencing, small brickwork projects. Operate mechanical equipment such as excavators and power tools safely and efficiently. Use hand tools for tasks such as trimming, fencing, footpath installs, and planting. Conduct general maintenance of outdoor spaces, including debris removal and soil preparation. Support construction projects related to landscape development, including setting up structures or features as required. Ensure all work complies with health and safety standards at all times. Collaborate with team members to complete projects within specified timeframes while maintaining high standards of quality.

Skills

Proven experience in landscape maintenance or horticulture is preferred. Mechanical knowledge related to operating machinery such as excavators and power tools. Proficiency with hand tools used in gardening and construction tasks. Ability to perform routine maintenance on equipment and machinery. Knowledge of gardening principles, horticulture practices, and plant care techniques. Good organisational skills with the ability to prioritise tasks effectively. Physical fitness to handle manual labour involving lifting, digging, and operating machinery for extended periods. Excellent teamwork skills with a proactive attitude towards safety protocols. This role is suitable for individuals passionate about outdoor work who are eager to develop their skills in landscape construction, gardening, and maintenance within a professional environment.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: From 13.50 per hour

Expected hours: 45 per week

Licence/Certification:

UK driver license (required)
Work Location: In person