Gardening jobs in Woolwich

Southern Land Services Ltd is a leading provider of green services to private and public sector business in the south east. We are looking for skilled individuals to join our team.

Job Title: Grounds maintenance operative

Summary: We are seeking skilled and experienced individuals to join our team as a grounds maintenance operative. This role requires a valid driving license and proficiency in operating various types of gardening and landscaping equipment. You will be responsible for maintaining and enhancing the appearance of school facilities through expert gardening practices, while also operating machinery to efficiently complete assigned tasks.

Responsibilities:

Garden Maintenance: Perform a wide range of gardening tasks including planting, pruning, watering, fertilising and weed control to ensure the overall health and amenity of landscapes.

Lawn Care: Mow, edge, and maintain lawns using appropriate equipment to achieve a well-manicured appearance.

Landscape Enhancement: Implement landscape designs and contribute ideas to enhance the aesthetic appeal of commercial properties through the addition of new plants, flowers, or features.

Machinery Operation: Safely and effectively operate various types of machinery and equipment, such as lawnmowers, trimmers, chainsaws, leaf blowers, and small tractors.

Equipment Maintenance: Perform routine maintenance and minor repairs on gardening equipment, ensuring their proper functioning and longevity.

Safety and Compliance: Adhere to safety protocols, regulations, and best practices while operating machinery and handling garden chemicals.

Client Communication: Interact professionally with the public and clients, addressing their concerns or referring them to the office.

Record Keeping: Maintain accurate records of tasks performed, materials used, and equipment maintenance to facilitate effective planning and reporting.

Requirements:

Valid driving license: Ability to operate company vehicles and transport equipment to different job sites.

Experience: Proven experience as a grounds maintenance operative, demonstrating expertise in a variety of gardening techniques and equipment operation.

Physical Stamina: Ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions and perform physically demanding tasks.

Attention to Detail: Strong observational skills and attention to detail to identify plant health issues / weed infestations.

Safety Consciousness: Knowledge of safety protocols and ability to operate machinery safely, ensuring the well-being of oneself, coworkers, and clients.

Time Management: Effective organizational and time management skills to prioritize tasks, complete assignments within deadlines, and manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Communication Skills: Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to interact professionally with clients and work collaboratively within a team.

Enhanced DBS check: For safeguarding reasons we may need to carry out a DBS check for this role.

Benefits:

Generous annual leave (incremental), holiday entitlement increases to 33 days after a qualifying period

Access to My Healthy Advantage health and wellbeing service

Gift voucher scheme

Join our team as a grounds maintenance operative, and contribute your expertise to maintaining and enhancing the beauty of the landscapes around us. This position offers the opportunity to work in a dynamic environment and showcase your skills.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From £12.30 per hour

Benefits:

• Additional leave
• Company pension
• Health & wellbeing programme
• Referral programme

Flexible language requirement:

• English not required

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• grounds maintenance: 1 year (required)

Licence/Certification:

• Driving Licence (required)

Work Location: In person

Expected start date: 02/06/2025