7 Months Contract with a Local Authority
Summary
* The Gardener is responsible for maintaining and enhancing green spaces across Hackney Housing Estates. This role ensures that communal outdoor areas remain safe, attractive, and environmentally sustainable, contributing to community well-being and supporting Hackney Council's commitment to quality public spaces.
Responsibilities
* Carry out grounds maintenance duties such as grass cutting, shrub pruning, seasonal planting, and general upkeep of communal estate landscapes.
* Operate, maintain, and identify faults in horticultural machinery, including mowers, hedge trimmers, trimmers, strimmers, and chainsaws.
* Apply pesticides and herbicides safely in line with National Proficiency Test Council (NPTC) standards and health and safety requirements.
* Support biodiversity initiatives by introducing and maintaining features such as meadows, orchards, and bulb planting.
Essential Experience Required
* Experience working in horticulture, grounds maintenance, or a similar outdoor environment.
* Ability to operate and maintain a range of gardening tools and mechanical equipment.
* Previous experience working outdoors in all weather conditions.
Essential Qualification Required
* NVQ Level 2 in Horticulture (or willingness to work towards achieving it).
* Full, clean UK driving licence with zero points (essential).
Additional information to note
* Please note we work on Bi-weekly payment
* The role closes on 20th Feb 2026, apply ASAP.
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