Job Overview
We are seeking a Landscape Team Leader who will be responsible for the day to day management of a 9.5ha site in Sutton Coldfield West Midlands along with a small team of staff, ensuring all normal horticultural practices are carried out in a timely manner. Maintaining the quality of the established gardens and new projects alike, so they are maintained and improved.
Responsibilities
* Maintain all existing grass area including a small pith & putt course
* Ensure all pathways and car park areas are litter free and safe
* Ensure all planted beds are maintained weed free and pruned as necessary
* Tend to all hanging baskets, planted tubs and seasonal plantings including watering and feeding.
* Carry out basic machine maintenance to our equipment.
* Keep all records including a basic day book.
* Carry out minor, low level tree surgery.
* Carry out all seasonal jobs to the grounds as and when required.
* Manage all staff in your team
Experience
* Proven experience in landscape maintenance, preferably collage trained with a nationally recognized qualification. At least 5yrs experience in the trade.
* Hold P1/P6 spraying qualification
* Mechanical knowledge with the ability to troubleshoot and maintain equipment is highly desirable.
* Familiarity with horticulture practices, gardening techniques, and plant care is essential.
* Used to working out doors.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From £26,000.00 per year
Benefits:
* Company pension
* Free parking
* On-site parking
Work Location: In person