Seasonal Landscape Gardener

Job Summary

We are looking for a knowledgeable Skilled Gardener/Horticulturalist to help maintain and develop our gardens to a high standard. The ideal candidate will have strong practical horticultural skills, good plant knowledge, and a passion for maintaining beautiful outdoor spaces.

Duties / Responsibilities

· Carry out general garden maintenance: weeding, pruning, planting, mulching, and edging.

· Maintain borders, hedges, trees, and shrubs to a high standard.

· Operate and maintain gardening tools and equipment safely and effectively.

· Monitor plant health and manage pests and diseases using safe, sustainable methods.

· Water pots, planted containers, garden beds, and borders as needed, ensuring appropriate moisture levels for plant health.

· Support seasonal planting and garden improvement projects.

· Maintain tidiness and presentation of all garden areas.

· Work independently or as part of a small team.

· Perform preventative maintenance on tools and equipment by conducting inspections, lubricating, and cleaning on a daily basis.

· Plant and maintain garden beds and lawns.

· Load and unload materials, tools, and equipment required to complete landscape construction projects.

· Transport materials using shovels, wheelbarrows, carts, dollies, and hand lifting/carrying.

· Assist Crew leader with job-related tasks.

· Read and interpret blueprints, structural drawings, and specifications to perform work activities.

· Wear appropriate personal protective equipment at all times

· Comply with all company policies and regulations

· Work in accordance with all local health and safety laws and regulations

Required Skills / Abilities

· Previous experience in a professional gardening role.

· Solid understanding of horticultural practices and plant care.

· Competent in using garden machinery (mowers, trimmers, hedge cutters, etc.).

· Capable of operating required equipment and tools in a safe and responsible manner

· Effecti...