Flexsource NI is currently recruiting for a Gardener on a temporary full-time basis, covering the Newry area, with a starting salary of £13.63 per hour
Responsibilities:
With a full copy of the Job Duties and Person Spec available on request, you will:
· Undertake work in public parks, playing fields, landscaped areas and similar open spaces, i.e. general maintenance of these areas eg grass cutting, hedge trimming, sweeping, hoeing, raking, edging, removal of litter and rubbish, constructional labouring work, erection and dismantling of sports and other equipment, cleaning of public buildings
· Horticultural operations eg planting, pruning, seeding and turfing and grounds maintenance eg basic setting out and marking of sports areas, spiking, scarifying, top dressing and fertilising and maintenance of tennis courts.
· Operate and control various grounds machinery and hand tools, ensuring safe use at all times
· Assisting in the planning of seasonal works, assistance with propagation and nursery care of plants, site preparation and construction.
Requirements:
- NVQ Level 1 in Horticulture
- A minimum of 1-2 years experience in a commercial grounds maintenance role
- Category C1+E driving licence
- Certificates in Chemical Spraying and Handling (PA1 and PA6A)
Apply today or contact Ciaran @ Flexsource NI for more information