This is a hands-on role based in Hackney where you’ll help maintain and enhance the outdoor areas of our estates, ensuring they remain safe, attractive, and environmentally friendly for residents. Maintain communal green spaces through grass cutting, shrub pruning, and seasonal planting. Operate and maintain horticultural machinery including mowers, strimmer’s, hedge trimmers, and chainsaws. Apply pesticides and herbicides safely, following National Proficiency Test Council guidance. Support biodiversity by incorporating features like meadows, orchards, and bulb planting. Ensure health and safety compliance, including the use of PPE and COSHH regulations. Interact courteously with residents and report any hazards or incidents. What were looking for Experience in horticultural services and using mechanical equipment. Ability to maintain and identify faults in gardening tools and machinery. Willingness to work outdoors in all weather conditions. Strong communication skills and ability to follow instructions. Commitment to Hackney Council’s values, including equality, diversity, and continuous improvement. NVQ Level 2 in horticulture (or willingness to work towards it). A full UK driving licence is desirable...