Garden maintenance operative - united kingdom, wimborne, dorset

based in wimborne, dorset, appletree landscapes is a leader in garden maintenance services to the general public. we now require an additional gardener / grounds maintenance person to join our team.

the successful applicant must have experience in all aspects of garden maintenance, must have an eye for detail, good people skills, basic horticultural knowledge and must be well organised. the ability to work as part of a team is also essential, as is self-motivation, enthusiasm and reliability. this is a physically demanding role and candidates must be prepared to work in all weather conditions.

salary is dependant on experience

this is a self employed, full time position

benefits for landscape gardener / garden maintenance person

full time
working in an established, experienced team
long established, family business
flexible holidays

responsibilities for landscape gardener / garden maintenance person

general garden / grounds maintenance
mowing
strimming
blowing
weeding
hedge cutting etc.
maintaining gardens to the highest of standards
liaising with customers professionally and effectively
to use and implement health and safety policy as appropriate
improving efficiency by reviewing procedures and implementing new methods of working
ensuring the teams tools, vehicle and workspace is always kept clean and tidy

requirements for landscape gardener / garden maintenance person

minimum of 1 year’s experience in garden / grounds maintenance
basic plant knowledge essential
experience in the use of petrol power tools
full uk driving license
customer care
good attention to detail
organisational
motivated

please only apply if you have the required experience

job types: full-time, permanent

salary: £22,000.00-£24,500.00 per year

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