Gardeners ground maintenance service

Job Description We are seeking highly motivated Gardeners to join our local government client in Southwark, London. Passionate about green spaces and making a visible difference in your community. This is a hands-on role where you''ll help maintain and enhance the outdoor areas of our estates, ensuring they remain safe, attractive, and environmentally friendly for residents. A driving licence is essential for this role. Responsibilities Maintain communal green spaces through grass cutting, shrub pruning, and seasonal planting. Operate and maintain horticultural machinery, including mowers, strimmers, hedge trimmers, and chainsaws. Apply pesticides and herbicides safely, following National Proficiency Test guidance. Support biodiversity by incorporating features like meadows, orchards, and bulb planting. Ensure health and safety compliance, including PPE use and COSHH regulations. Interact courteously with residents and report any hazards or incidents. Qualifications Essential GCSE (or equivalent) in English Language and Mathematics. NVQ Level 2 in horticulture (or willingness to work towards it). A full UK driving licence is desirable. Basic IT knowledge, including Mobile phone and handheld tablet (PDA) Criteria for Shortlisting - About You - What We''re Looking for in the Ideal Candidate: Experience using grounds machinery is essential: Strimmer, hedge cutters, blowers and mowers. Ability to maintain and identify faults in gardening tools and machinery. ..... full job details .....