The Role:
Responsible for the delivery of the Grounds Maintenance service to the communal areas of our clients managed estates
Responsible for the upkeep of the external communal areas, grass, shrubs and hedges AND soft landscaping/minor tree work
Covering some waste Management duties
Using a PDA Reporting system to record site visits and record tasks carried out
To include grass cutting, hedge cutting, pruning, weed control, litter picking, and other works
Ensuring that equipment is regularly washed, kept clean and in good condition and report any defects to the supervisor.
Assisting all other trades as and when required ensuring that residents/customers receive a high-quality service
The Candidate needs:
Experience in a similar role or trade background, preferably with experience of Grounds Maintenance.
Knowledge and skills in the use of both mechanical & hand tools used in grounds maintenance operations
An understanding of customer needs and ability to think quickly when needed
To behave in a courteous and professional manner
To be able to prioritise conflicting demands
Great communication skills
Current holder of National Proficiency Test certificate for the safe control & use of pesticide or Pa1, Pa6a – Desirable, but not essential
NPTC certification or equivalent (Desirable, but not essential)
A clean Driving Licence (with towing ability - Desirable)
The role requires a satisfactory Basic DBS check.
INTERVIEW:
The client is keen to fill this role quickly so if it is of interest, don’t delay in sending your CV over to us so we can put your name forward for interview stage.
Call Carol at RGB Recruitment