Lead Gardener – Monday 25th October 2021 (can accommodate an earlier start)
£25-30K DOE + Van / North West, West & South West London
**This is an excellent opportunity to join an ambitious, reputable company, that is looking to grow**
**and where you would participate as a valued, long-term member of the team**
For more information on us please visit gardeningsquad.co.uk and gsqlandscapes.co.uk.
We are looking for a Lead Gardener to carry out daily garden maintenance appointments Monday to Friday. This is a hands on role, where you will be provided with daily schedules to attend pre-booked garden service appointments and regular maintenance. You will be expected to manage your time and team efficiently, carry out your duties to a high standard and deliver great customer service to your clients. You will be working with an assist.
Role Requirements:
• Maintaining client gardens to the expected high standard.
• Liaising and communicating directly with clients and the office.
• Lawn care.
! Mowing, fertilizing, moss control.
• Plant, shrub and tree care: pruning, insect control, pest control, fertilizing.
• Paving/deck care: pressure-washing, bleaching, algaecide treatment, cleaning, sealing, oiling.
• Hedge trimming.
• Weed control.
• Mulching.
• Planting.
• Carrying out seasonal required tasks and activities.
• Installing Spring, Summer and Winter bedding arrangements.
• Operating and maintaining water irrigation systems.
• Operating and maintaining tools and machinery.
! hand-tools, mower, blower, hedge trimmer, long-arm trimmer, scarifier, pressure-washer.
• Operating and maintaining your assigned vehicle/van.
• Transportation and disposal of green waste at local refuse sites.
• Daily completion and submission of timesheets and expenses.
• Secure handling and storing of client keys and security/alarm codes.
• Ad hoc duties
Person Specification
• Previous landscape maintenance experience is essential
• PA1 PA6 desired
• Recognized qualification or very high level of horticultural experience / Knowledge
• Full clean driving licence is essential
• Very presentable with good client facing skills
• Fluent in English with good communication skills
• Good plant knowledge
• Living Locally West London or within reasonable distance.
Applications to sophieg@gardeningquad.co.uk
Applications will be open until Friday 15th October 2021