Job Description:
Join a dynamic team maintaining beautiful outdoor spaces in the heart of Wembley, where your passion for grounds maintenance will flourish in a role that combines technical skills with creative landscaping.
Job Summary
We are seeking a dedicated Grounds Maintenance Worker to join our client in Wembley. The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining and enhancing outdoor landscapes, ensuring the safety and aesthetic appeal of our premises. This role requires a proactive individual with a keen eye for detail and a passion for outdoor work. The position offers an opportunity to develop skills in landscape maintenance, horticulture, and the use of various mechanical tools and equipment.
Duties
* Perform routine landscape maintenance including mowing, trimming, pruning, and planting
* Operate power tools such as hedge trimmers, lawnmowers, and blowers to maintain grounds
* Use hand tools for gardening tasks like digging, planting, and weed control
* Maintain irrigation systems to ensure proper watering of plants and lawns
* Operate specialised equipment such as excavators for larger landscaping projects
* Conduct general maintenance tasks including debris removal, fertilising, and soil conditioning
* Assist with construction or renovation projects related to outdoor spaces
* Monitor the health of plants and trees, applying horticultural practices as needed
* Ensure all work areas are safe, clean, and well-organised
Experience
* Previous experience in landscape maintenance or gardening is preferred
* Mechanical knowledge related to power tools and irrigation systems is advantageous
* Familiarity with construction or general maintenance work is beneficial
* Practical experience with horticulture or gardening techniques is desirable
* Ability to operate machinery such as excavators and specialised landscaping equipment is a plus
* Strong understanding of health and safety procedures relevant to outdoor maintenance tasks
Salary & Terms
* £14.80 per hour
* Wednesday to Sunday
* 2pm to 9pm
* Immediate Start