The role of Landscape Technician Charge Hand will include:
1. Providing supervisory support in keeping estates well maintained and clean in accordance with appropriate horticultural practices
2. Providing accurate and timely information on progress and advice and ensure accurate daily work records are completed
3. Responding positively to complaints and breakdowns in service delivery to meet customer expectations and escalate complaints as appropriate
4. Ensuring tools and equipment are maintained in good condition and continue to be suitable for required tasks
5. Using equipment and materials in a safe manner as instructed
6. Carrying out all hazardous tasks such as spraying, in accordance with supplier guidelines and in a safe manner, ensuring relevant records are maintained to comply with health and safety and legal requirements
Skills and experiences:
7. Literacy and numeracy equivalent to grade C GCSE English and Maths
8. NVQ3 or equivalent in Horticulture or similar discipline
9. Pesticide Application Certificate PA1 – PA6 (or equivalent)
10. Some practical experience of operating machinery and recent experience of undertaking a similar role
11. Some experience in supervising others
12. Some experience interpreting written instruction and maintaining simple written records
13. This role will involve driving on company business. In order to drive a company vehicle, drivers must hold a full valid UK driving licence
About us
We provide in-house repairs and maintenance for a wide range of properties, as part of a not-for-profit organisation. We foster a diverse and inclusive culture. Our customers are at the heart of all we do, and colleagues help make a real difference to people’s lives.
Our Benefits
As part of our commitment to making Sanctuary a great place to work, where your wellbeing is of genuine importance, we have developed an attractive employment package. The package recognises your contribution, supports your physical, mental and financial health and gives you the flexibility to tailor your employee benefits by offering:
14. 25 days annual leave plus public holidays
15. A pension scheme with employer contributions from Sanctuary
16. Life Assurance
17. Employee Advice Service including counselling
18. Cycle to Work scheme
19. Voluntary health plans
20. Employee discounts
21. Wellbeing support and tools
22. Employee recognition scheme
23. Employee Networks, with a shared interest in inclusion, and who provide invaluable support to colleagues
24. £28,206 per annum (rising to £29,690 per annum after 12 months, subject to satisfactory performance)
For more information please
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