Job Title: Gardener Pay Rate: £13.63 per hour Location: Newry/Kilkeel Hours: 37 per week Car User: Casual Job Purpose Support the maintenance of parks, gardens, and open spaces – keeping them clean, safe, and welcoming for the public. ️ Key Duties ✂️ Grass cutting, hedge trimming, litter picking, and general upkeep Planting, turfing, pruning, and setting out sports pitches Operate and maintain grounds machinery Drive Council vehicles and transport equipment Clean changing rooms and public toilets ♂️ Patrol parks, issue tickets, and assist the public Support senior gardeners with planting plans and nursery tasks Apply weed control if PA1/PA6a qualified ✅ Essential Criteria NVQ Level 1 in Horticulture 1 year experience OR 2 years’ relevant experience Full Category B driving licence Experience working around the public ⚠️ Health & Safety awareness (manual handling, COSHH) Access to transport ⭐ Desirable Category C1E licence PA1/PA6a spraying certificate Experience with fine turf or nursery work Knowledge of plant types and care