Overview
Join our dynamic team as a Pond & Water Feature Construction & Maintenance Team Member! In this energetic role, you will be instrumental in designing, building, and maintaining stunning water features that transform outdoor spaces into tranquil retreats. Your hands-on skills and passion for craftsmanship will help bring clients’ visions to life while ensuring every project is executed with precision and care. This position offers an exciting opportunity to work outdoors, develop a diverse skill set, and contribute to creating beautiful, functional water landscapes.
Formally known as JD Landscapes we have rebranded to Davis Pondscapes to keep our Ethos of been a pond and water feature construction company and family run business.
Our passion is creating exceptional ponds, water features and natural ecosystems, alongside high-quality landscaping projects when required
We are a Master Certified Aquascape Contractor (CAC) and are proud to be part of the worldwide Aquascape network. This gives our team access to specialist knowledge, training and opportunities within one of the world’s leading pond and water feature communities.
We also run a retail store The AquaHUB and from time to time you may be asked to man the HUB, when holidays occur.
As our business continues to grow, we are looking for a reliable, enthusiastic and hardworking person to join our construction and maintenance team.
The Role
This is a practical, hands-on position working outdoors on a wide variety of exciting projects.
No two projects are the same. You could be helping to create a stunning ecosystem pond one week, constructing a pondless waterfall the next and working within the maintenance department after that, so comes with much variation
Working alongside our experienced team, you will be involved in the construction, installation and maintenance of ponds and water features
Previous experience in landscaping, construction, horticulture, groundworks or a similar practical trade would be advantageous but we are happy to consider someone who is new to the industry if they have the right attitude, work ethic and enthusiasm to learn.
Full training will be provided to the right person through the Aquascape Training portal
Key Responsibilities
● Assisting with the construction of bespoke ponds and water gardens
● Installing pondless waterfalls and decorative water features
● Constructing ecosystem, wildlife and recreational ponds
● Installing and maintaining pond filtration systems
● Landscaping and garden construction when requested
● Digging, excavation and ground preparation
● Moving and positioning rocks, stone, gravel and other landscaping materials
● Pond cleaning, maintenance and troubleshooting
● Operating tools and machinery where appropriately trained
● Maintaining a clean, tidy and safe working environment
● Working respectfully at customers’ homes and properties
● Taking pride in the quality and finish of every project
● Working effectively as part of a small team
● Using initiative and working independently when required
● Following health and safety procedures at all times
The Person We Are Looking For
We are looking for someone who is:
● Hardworking and dependable
● Practical and enjoys working with their hands
● Comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions
● Physically fit and capable of manual work
● Reliable and punctual
● A good team player
● Friendly and professional with customers
● Keen to learn new skills
● Able to follow instructions and use their own initiative
● Attentive to detail and proud of their work
● Positive, enthusiastic and willing to get stuck in
Please note: A full, clean UK driving licence is essential.
What We Offer
At Davis Pondscapes, we believe in investing in our team whilst still keeping the work life balance at home
8:00am–5:00pm, Monday to Friday, giving you your evenings, bank holidays and weekends to enjoy. *sometimes we do work away from home on larger projects which will require overtime.
Private Healthcare
A workplace private healthcare plan is included as part of the role.
Specialist Training & Development
You’ll receive training and ongoing development in specialist pond and landscape construction, including:
● Bespoke pond construction
● Aquascape pond systems
● Ecosystem design
● Water chemistry and pond biology
● Filtration systems
● Water features and waterfalls
● Landscaping and natural stonework
● Pond maintenance and troubleshooting
● Specialist construction techniques
International Training Opportunities
As part of the Master Certified Aquascape Contractor (CAC) network and Aquascape community, our team has the opportunity to attend specialist training events, workshops and industry events in the UK, America and around the world.
This provides the chance to:
● Learn from leading pond and landscape professionals
● Develop specialist skills and knowledge
● Meet other professionals within the international Aquascape network
● Experience new techniques and ideas from around the world
● Represent Davis Pondscapes at industry events and Garden shows
For the right person, this could provide genuine opportunities to travel to America and other international destinations as part of your professional development.
A Career, Not Just a Job
Working at Davis Pondscapes gives you the opportunity to build a career in a specialist industry that is very different from traditional landscaping.
You’ll learn skills that can take you from digging and groundworks through to specialist pond construction, ecosystem design, filtration, maintenance and water features.
Through our involvement with the CAC network and Aquascape, you’ll have access to a worldwide community of professionals and opportunities to learn from some of the best in the industry.
We’re looking for someone who is ambitious, enthusiastic and wants to learn.
If you’re willing to put the effort in, we’ll help you develop your skills and build a long-term career with us.
* Please note: You will need to be available for interview and an additional 1-2 days working in the field (Paid)
Pay: From £13.50 per hour
Expected hours: 40.0 per week
Benefits:
- Company events
- On-site parking
- Private medical insurance
Work Location: In person
