Do you have experience in gardening or horticultural work? Are you hands-on, reliable and take pride in maintaining high standards across outdoor spaces? In this role, you will support the upkeep and presentation of parks and open spaces. Read on to find out more about this opportunity.
Your Duties:
To support the maintenance and development of parks, playing fields and open spaces, ensuring high standards are achieved, including but not limited to:
- Maintaining grounds through sweeping, hoeing, raking, mowing, edging and removal of litter and waste.
- Carrying out soil cultivation, manuring, site preparation and basic construction work.
- Undertaking grass cutting, hedge trimming and pruning duties.
- Using powered hand tools and light plant equipment safely and effectively.
- Loading, unloading and transporting equipment and materials such as mowers, tools, plants, soil and fertilisers.
- Ensuring all tools and equipment are maintained in good working order, including cleaning and basic maintenance.
- Carrying out turfing and seed sowing activities.
- Supporting the maintenance of sports and games areas, including marking, fertilising and upkeep.
- Assisting with horticultural operations, including planting, cultivation and pest/disease control.
- Applying chemical pest control methods in line with regulations.
- Operating tractor-mounted equipment where required.
- Supporting communication within the team and with line management.
- Ensuring all work is carried out in line with health and safety legislation and council policies.
- Assisting in the training and support of other staff where required.
- Participating in training and development activities.
- Undertaking additional duties as reasonably required in line with the role.
Your Profile:
Essential Criteria:
- NVQ Level 2 in Amenity Horticulture or an equivalent relevant qualification.
- PA1 and PA6 Pesticide Application Certificates.
- At least one year’s relevant experience in:
- Gardening and horticultural work (e.g. grass cutting, hedge trimming, planting, turfing, seed sowing, litter removal).
- Dealing with members of the public in a face-to-face environment.
Desirable/Shortlisting Criteria:
- At least two years’ relevant experience in the areas outlined above.
- NVQ Level 3 in Amenity Horticulture or an equivalent higher-level qualification.
Additional Information:
- Location: Upper Malone Road, Belfast.
- Full-time, temporary position.
- 37 hours per week.
- Shift pattern, Monday to Thursday: 07:30 – 15:30, Friday: 07:30 – 15:00.
If this role isn’t for you, Lynn Recruitment offers a wide range of career opportunities. To apply, simply email us at [email protected] or visit our website and click the "Save" button to get started.
Lynn Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer and adheres to all current employment legislation. Please note that only shortlisted candidates may be contacted.
Pay: £14.35 per hour
Work Location: In person
