Part Time Skilled Gardener

Connect2Luton are excited to recruit a Part Time Skilled Gardener on behalf of Luton Borough Council.Main purpose of position:To undertake a range of Horticultural maintenance tasks, including the use of a range of machinery, powered hand tools and horticultural tools and equipment to ensure appropriate horticultural standards are maintained.You will be responsible to: Carry out a range of horticulture , grounds maintenance and nature conservation tasks including maintenance of rose gardens, wooded areas, trees and shrubs, summer bedding , hedgerows, nature areas, grass cutting, lawn care, raking, edging, weeding, hedge cutting, sweeping, litter picking, chemical application and operate a wide range of vehicles, horticultural plant and equipment, pedestrian and ride on machinery and hand held equipment to maintain the grounds within the Vale cemetery to the required high standards. Undertake daily routine safety and maintenance checks ensuring that vehicles, machinery and equipment used are well maintained, kept clean and not exposed to the risk of damage, loss or theft. Complete documents relating to the role of the post e.g. daily work records, vehicle/equipment defect reporting and any other associated administration. Ensure that all work areas are left secure and barriers locked and that all necessary information recording is completed on time and accurately. Use the approved equipment and follow manufacturers recommended guidelines and application rates, undertaking the ..... full job details .....