Are you passionate about the outdoors and have a green thumb? Do you take pride in creating and maintaining beautiful outdoor spaces? We are seeking a dedicated and skilled Gardener to join our team on a temporary basis. This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a dynamic environment, contributing to the upkeep and enhancement of parks, playing fields, and open spaces across Belfast.
Job Title: Gardener
⏰ Hours Per Week: 37
Rate:
Location: Upper Malone Road, Belfast, BT17 9LA, United Kingdom
As a Gardener, you will play a key role in maintaining and enhancing the beauty of our outdoor spaces. Your responsibilities will include:
Maintaining grounds by sweeping, hoeing, raking, mowing, edging, and removing litter/rubbish.
Performing soil cultivation, manuring, site preparation, and construction tasks.
✂️ Carrying out grass cutting, hedge trimming, pruning, turfing, and seed sowing.
Using powered hand tools and light machinery to complete tasks efficiently.
Loading, unloading, and moving equipment and materials such as mowers, barrows, plants, soil, and fertilisers.
Cleaning and maintaining gardening tools and equipment, including basic maintenance of lawnmowers.
Identifying and cultivating a wide range of plants, trees, and shrubs, and taking remedial action to control pests and diseases.
Assisting in the training and mentoring of junior staff.
⚽ Maintaining games facilities, including marking fields, spiking, scarifying, and erecting/dismantling posts.
☠️ Applying chemical pest control methods, including calibrating sprayers and identifying pests, diseases, and weeds.
Operating tractor-mounted equipment as required.
Ensuring all work complies with Health and Safety regulations and council policies.
To be successful in this role, you must meet the following criteria:
✔️ NVQ Level 2 in Amenity Horticulture or an equivalent relevant qualification.
✔️ PA1 and PA6 Pesticide Application Certificates.
At least one year of relevant work experience in gardening and horticultural tasks, such as grass cutting, hedge trimming, planting, and litter removal.
Experience dealing with members of the public in a face-to-face environment.
Strong team-working skills and the ability to collaborate effectively.
️ Awareness of personal responsibility for Health and Safety.
Technical knowledge of horticulture and gardening, with the ability to coach junior staff.
Excellent communication skills to interact with colleagues, management, and the public.
A commitment to providing outstanding customer care and maintaining a positive public image.
Two years of relevant work experience in gardening and horticulture.
A higher-level qualification, such as NVQ Level 3 in Amenity Horticulture or an equivalent relevant qualification.
Your typical day will include:
Start your day at 7:30 AM and finish at 3:30 PM (Monday to Thursday) and 3:00 PM on Fridays.
♂️ Working outdoors in parks, playing fields, and landscaped areas.
Using your skills to maintain and enhance the beauty of public spaces.
Collaborating with a team of dedicated professionals to deliver high-quality results.
Engaging with the public and ensuring a positive experience for all visitors.
⭐ Competitive hourly pay: £14.35 (PAYE) Opportunity to work in a dynamic and supportive team environment.
Gain valuable experience in horticulture and grounds maintenance.
Contribute to the upkeep of beautiful public spaces in Belfast.
Access to training and development opportunities to enhance your skills.
If you're ready to roll up your sleeves and make a difference in your community, we'd love to hear from you! Apply today and join us in creating and maintaining beautiful outdoor spaces for everyone to enjoy.
Let's grow something amazing together!