Gardener

Belmont Recruitment are currently seeking an experienced Gardener to work with a Local Authority on a temporary basis. This is a full-time role working 37 hours per week, Monday to Friday. Overview: The successful candidate will be responsible for carrying out a range of horticultural and grounds maintenance duties within a cemetery environment. The role will involve maintaining high standards of presentation across landscaped areas, ensuring the grounds remain safe, tidy, and respectful for visitors. Main Duties: Carry out grass cutting, strimming, edging, and general grounds maintenance Maintain flower beds, shrubs, hedges, and planted areas Undertake weeding, pruning, planting, and seasonal horticultural work Assist with the upkeep and presentation of memorial gardens and cemetery grounds Remove litter, leaves, and other debris from pathways and public areas Operate and maintain gardening and grounds maintenance equipment safely Ensure all work is completed in accordance with health and safety procedures Support the wider grounds maintenance team with additional duties as required Essential Criteria: Previous experience in gardening, horticulture, or grounds maintenance Experience of using grass cutting, strimming, and other horticultural equipment Knowledge of safe working practices within an outdoor environment Ability to work independently and as part of a team Good physical fitness and ability to undertake manual outdoor work in all weather conditions Full UK ..... full job details .....