Gardener

Job Introduction

• *Full time/Part time
• *__ hours per week
• *8:00am - 4:00pm
• *£__ per hour
• *Site Specific Benefits
• Opportunities for career development
• Plus our Sodexo employee benefits package 

Gardener

• 40 hours per week
• Monday - Friday
• Up to £14 per hour
• Free parking on site
• Opportunities for career development
• Plus our Sodexo employee benefits package 

Purpose of the Job:

The Gardener is responsible for maintaining designated sites to agreed specifications and quality standards. This role involves working independently or as part of a team to ensure that grounds and horticultural areas are maintained according to client requirements and within the guidelines of health and safety, risk assessments, and best practices.

Main Responsibilities:

Grounds Maintenance & Horticultural Tasks:

• Grass Cutting: Ensure that grassed areas are regularly maintained to required standards.

• Hedge & Shrub Maintenance: Trim, prune, and maintain hedges and shrub beds to specification.

• Tree Pruning: Carry out necessary pruning of trees to maintain health and safety.

• Weed Management: Remove weeds from plant beds, pathways, and grassed areas.

• Bedding & Turf Maintenance: Maintain annual bedding and fine turf areas.

• Watering: Water plants, beds, and plant containers regularly.

• Waste Removal: Collect and remove waste resulting from maintenance activities.

• Gritting & Snow Clearance: Perform gritting and snow clearance during adverse weather conditions.

• Hard Surface Maintenance: Maintain paths, driveways, and hard surfaces in good condition.

• Self-Grown Initiatives: Assist with self-grown initiatives to increase shrubs in approved locations.

Ad Hoc & Seasonal Tasks:

• Respond to and manage seasonal weather-related tasks, such as sweeping rainwater to drains and preparing the site for adverse weather.

• Perform general site maintenance duties, including waste collection, porter duties, and litter picking.

Reporting & Compliance:

• Report regularly to the Grounds Maintenance Coordinator or Line Manager on progress and issues.

• Ensure all tasks are carried out in compliance with on-site policies, procedures, and relevant risk assessments.

• Follow health and safety guidelines, including COSHH and GMP standards.

Equipment & Tools Management:

• Ensure equipment is used safely and properly maintained.

• Keep tools and materials in good working order and store them in designated locations.

• Clean and return all tools and equipment after use.

Key Accountabilities:

• Team Contribution: Collaborate with the team to maintain the client site to the highest standard.

• Work Quality: Ensure all tasks are completed in line with the specified quality standards and within agreed timeframes.

• Health & Safety: Adhere to all health and safety policies, procedures, and best practices.

• Client & Team Communication: Maintain effective communication with clients, colleagues, and management, demonstrating professionalism and courtesy.

• Environmental Awareness: Ensure all work is performed in an environmentally responsible manner, adhering to sustainability practices where possible.

Person Specification:

Essential:

• Understanding of health & safety, risk assessments, and COSHH guidelines.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

• Self-motivated with a flexible approach to the role.

• Good interpersonal skills, with the ability to communicate effectively with clients, customers, and colleagues.

• Strong time management and organizational skills.

• Ability to work well under pressure and meet deadlines.

• Willingness to undergo training and develop new skills as required.

Desirable:

• Knowledge of GMP (Good Manufacturing Practice).

• Forklift Truck License and experience.

• Experience in general site maintenance activities (e.g., porterage, waste collection, cleaning, and weather preparations).

• Experience working on manufacturing or industrial sites.

• Experience as a banksman (handling logistics and safety for vehicles).

Competencies:

• Innovation and Change: Provide suggestions for efficiency improvements and new ideas.

• Brand Notoriety: Maintain and enhance the client and company's reputation through high-quality service.

• Commercial Awareness: Understanding of how grounds maintenance impacts the client's overall business.

• Employee Engagement: Foster teamwork and positive relationships with colleagues and clients.

• Learning & Development: Continuously develop knowledge and skills in grounds maintenance and horticulture.