Gardening Work, Jobs in Ellesmere, Shr (with Salaries)

Multi-Skilled Grounds and Gardens Technician
UNIVERSITY OF CHESTER —Chester
- £24,685 a year
- Full-time
- Computer literacy
- Organisational skills
- Computer skills
- Free parking
- Health & wellbeing programme
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Herefordshire, Ludlow & North Shropshire College —Walford
- £31,785 - £36,618 a year
- Training & development
- Teaching
Container Unit Growing Supervisor
Tilhill Forestry —Wrexham
- £18.80 - £19.50 an hour
- Weekend availability
- Continuous improvement
- Quality control
- Organisational skills
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Grounds Maintenance Operative (Lead Operative)
Deeside Management Services LTD (DMS) —Deeside
- £13.50 - £15.00 an hour
- Full-time
- English
- Team management
- Training & development
- Free parking
- Sick pay
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Grounds Maintenance Operative / Gweithiwr Cynnal a Chadw Tir
Cambria Maintenance Services —Ewloe
- £13.45 an hour
- Full-time
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Barchester Healthcare —Chester
- £13.22 an hour
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Crewe Hall Hotel & Spa —Crewe
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- Free parking
- Employee assistance programme
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Nursery chef & garden lead
Little Oaks Education —Chester
- £26,000 - £28,000 a year
- Full-time
- Experience working with children
- Cleaning
- In-person
- Free parking
- Paid training
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Multi-Skilled Grounds and Gardens Technician

UNIVERSITY OF CHESTER -
Chester

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Job details

Permanent | Full-time
£24,685 a year

Benefits

Free parking
Health & wellbeing programme
Company pension
Sick pay
On-site parking

Qualifications

Minor repairs
Driving Licence
Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations (PUWER) 1998
Equipment repair
Computer literacy
GCSE
Pruning (plant care)
Brushcutters and strimmers
Grounds maintenance and landscaping experience
Hedge trimming
Organisational skills
Commercial grounds maintenance
Computer skills
NVQ
Irrigation
Communication skills
Facilities maintenance
COSHH compliance

Full job description

About the Role

We are seeking a motivated and experienced Multi-Skilled Grounds & Gardens Technician to join our team. This hands-on role involves maintaining and enhancing a wide range of landscaped areas, gardens, sports surfaces, amenity grounds, and outdoor facilities to the highest possible standard at all our sites.

The successful candidate will have a strong background in grounds maintenance, horticulture, and the operation of landscaping equipment. They will take pride in delivering high-quality work while ensuring a safe, attractive, and welcoming environment.

Key Responsibilities

Maintain lawns, gardens, borders, shrub beds, and landscaped areas.
Carry out grass cutting, strimming, edging, hedge trimming, pruning, and planting.
Operate and maintain grounds maintenance, machinery and equipment.
Perform seasonal horticultural tasks including fertilising, weed control, and irrigation.
Undertake sports surface maintenance where required.
Carry out minor hard landscaping repairs and installations.
Maintain pathways, outdoor furniture, fencing, and site infrastructure.
Assist with tree maintenance and arboricultural works within competency levels.
Ensure all work is completed in accordance with health and safety procedures.
Monitor and report defects, hazards, and maintenance requirements.
Support wider estate and facilities maintenance activities as needed.

Skills & Experience

Essential

Previous experience in grounds maintenance, horticulture, landscaping, or a similar role.
Educated to GCSE level.
NVQ Level 2 in Horticulture
PA1/PA6 Pesticide Application Certificates.
Knowledge of Health and Safety regulations (COSHH, PUWER, HASAWA)
Competent in the use of pedestrian and ride-on mowing equipment.
Experience using hedge cutters, strimmers, blowers, and other grounds maintenance tools.
Knowledge of plant care, pruning techniques, and seasonal horticultural practices.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Good communication and organisational skills.
Full clean driving licence.

Desirable

Experience working on a large estate.
Basic equipment maintenance/repair knowledge.
Experience maintaining sports pitches or amenity turf.
IT skills
Cross functional working

What We Offer

Opportunities for training and professional development.
Company pension scheme.
Uniform and PPE provided.
Employee wellbeing support.
Friendly and supportive working environment.
Opportunity to work across a diverse and attractive estate.

About You

You will be a proactive individual who enjoys working outdoors in all seasons and takes pride in delivering exceptional grounds and garden standards. You will be dependable, safety-conscious, and committed to maintaining a professional appearance across all aspects of the estate.

How to Apply

To apply, please visit the University of Chester’s Job website. PLEASE DO NOT APPLY VIA INDEED

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates.

Pay: £24,685.00 per year

Benefits:

Company pension
Free parking
Health & wellbeing programme
On-site parking
Sick pay

Work Location: In person

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