Contract
Gardener
Belmont Recruitment
Wigan
Posted: 28 May 2026 (2 weeks ago)
Closing date: 27 June 2026
Ref: 225167093
Belmont Recruitment are currently seeking an experienced Gardener to work with our client on a temporary basis for a duration of three months. This is a full-time role working 37 hours per week, Monday to Friday.
Overview:
The successful candidate will carry out a wide range of grounds maintenance and horticultural duties, ensuring outdoor spaces are maintained to a high standard. The role requires candidates to work independently, operate machinery safely and support the delivery of high-quality environmental services.
Main Duties:
- Carry out grass cutting, hedge cutting, pruning, planting and general grounds maintenance duties
- Maintain flower beds, shrub beds, herbaceous borders and formal lawns
- Undertake sports pitch marking and soft and hard landscaping works
- Operate a range of grass cutting machinery and powered hand tools safely and effectively
- Maintain accurate operational records and submit documentation as required
- Take responsibility for the security of vehicles, machinery, fuel and materials
- Support health and safety procedures, policies and good working practices
- Assist with resolving day-to-day enquiries, issues and complaints
- Report environmental concerns including fly tipping, blocked gullies and anti-social behaviour through the appropriate procedures
Essential Criteria:
- Previous experience within grounds maintenance or horticultural services
- Experience operating grounds maintenance machinery and powered hand tools
- Ability to work on own initiative with minimal supervision
- Knowledge of health and safety procedures within a grounds maintenance environment
- Full UK driving licence
- PA1, PA6 and Quad (PA2) certifications are desirable
If your skills mach the above criteria, please apply with your updated CV.
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