Grounds Maintenance

IMH Recruitment are currently seeking Gardeners for our client based in Wigan!

The Role:

• Work on own initiative with the minimum of supervision.
• Maintain relevant operational records and documentation and submit them promptly to the Team Leader.
• Take responsibility for the security of vehicles, machinery and materials, including fuel, allocated to you.
• Effectively operate the full range of grass cutting equipment & powered hand tools utilised by the service
• Undertake the full range of grounds and general horticultural maintenance tasks including over marking Sports Pitches, maintenance of flower, rose and shrub beds and herbaceous borders. All works associated with formal lawns, soft and hard landscaping, Pruning & hedge cutting.
• Support policies, procedures, relevant legislation and good practice, particularly regarding Health and Safety, ensuring the required quality standards are achieved.
• Help to resolve day to day problems, enquiries and complaints
• Provide an ‘eyes and ears’ service across the borough by reporting any problems you observe, such as blocked gullies, fly tipping, anti-social behaviour through the relevant reporting procedure

About you:

• Previous gardening experience
• PA1, PA6, (Quad) PA2 Licence (desirable)
• Driving Licence (required)
• Good communication skills both with colleagues and members of the public
• Ability to operate the full range of grass cutting equipment & powered hand tools appropriate to the role including the full range of ride on mowers.

Hours & Pay:

• Monday to Friday - Working hours to be confirmed at interview stage
• £13.45 per hour
• 37 hours per week
• Weekly pay via agency!

Sounds like you? Please apply now with an up to date CV! For further information, please call the office on (phone number removed)!