Gardener
Permanent Contract with fluctuating hours/Part-time
3 Days a week during April to October and 2 Days a week during November to March
Starting rate: £12.71 per hour.
Based in Ipswich and surrounding areas
About Mavam Estates Ltd:
The Mavam Estates Team are required to provide a high-quality maintenance service to numerous properties in and around the Suffolk area for Mavam Supported Housing Ltd and Mavam community Ltd. Mavam Supported Housing and Mavam Community both provide support to people aged 16+ with complex needs associated with mental health difficulties and/or a learning disability.
The role
* General gardening tasks such as grass cutting, strimming, hedge trimming & pruning
* Maintaining clear and litter free gardens
* Upkeep of grassed areas and cultivating flower beds
* Replacing and repairing garden fences
* Treating fences, garden furniture & decking
* Preservation of patios and pathed areas including weed control
* General painting and decorating of rooms
* Minor household repairs
Skills and Requirements:
* A strong passion for gardening
* A full driving licence with access to a vehicle is essential
* Experience in gardening and maintenance (Preferred)
* Being able to work as part of a team
* Being able to lone work
* Good communication skills
* Reliable, punctual, and friendly personality
* Flexible with times
* Using hands and appropriate tools to get the job done
* Having initiative and being self-motivated
What we can offer you:
* Fully paid comprehensive training and induction
* Career progression and internal opportunities
* To be part of a friendly and supportive organisation
* Annual Christmas party
* Refer a friend scheme
* Company events
* Death in service (after probation)
We look forward to hearing from you :)
Job Types: Part-time, Permanent
Pay: From £12.71 per hour
Benefits:
* Company events
* Company pension
* Free or subsidised travel
* On-site parking
* Referral programme
Work Location: On the road