Landscaper (Cobham) – Chelsea FC

Brief description and duties:

• Making sure all key areas are presentable to a very high standard
• Great knowledge of horticulture, including specialized and broader aspects
• Plan, develop and maintain planting schemes and projects
• Performing routine maintenance tasks related to estate maintenance, including identifying and addressing potential safety concerns
• Use of chemical applications and maintenance of records (Preferably with PA1 & PA6 qualifications, but training provided if needed)
• Pest and Disease Control: Monitor for common pests and diseases affecting plants, and implement preventive control measures using organic or chemical methods as appropriate.
• Undertaking ground clearance and seasonal tasks
• Carry out general maintenance tasks and upkeep of hard and soft surfaces in garden areas
• Attending to the maintenance of beds, borders, and containers
• Ideal candidates will hold the following Arboriculture qualifications, CS30,CS31 Chainsaw maintenance and felling of small trees, CS38 Tree climbing and aerial rescue, CS39 Use of chainsaws from rope and harness
• Competent use of chainsaws and the Arboriculture industry and its best practices
• Accessing trees using a rope and harness carrying out tasks such as pollarding, thinning, crown reductions and removal of deadwood
• Comply with all Health and Safety regulations and requirements within the Company and your role.
• Ensure that all equipment and machinery is properly maintained, secured and to report any faults or defects immediately.
• To work and act in a professional manner and wearing the appropriate uniform/work wear that will be provided at all times.

Key Skills/qualified by demonstrable experience to the level required: 

• Proven experience within the Horticulture, Landscape or Arboriculture industry holding the relevant qualifications.
• Excellent knowledge of Horticulture & Arboriculture
• Competent operation of all Landscape based machinery
• Ability to work within a motivated team and also able take reasonability when lone working.
• Demonstrable experience of working knowledge of health and safety processes and procedures.
• Passionate and willing to work outdoors and in all weathers.
• Able to work in a professional and responsible manner.
• Good communication skills.
• Excellent time management, attention to detail, and a friendly and outgoing personality.
• A flexible approach to working hours, particularly weekends and bank holidays, is a must.
• Proficiency in plant identification, pest and disease management.
• Knowledge of irrigation systems and their maintenance.
• Ability to operate landscape machinery and equipment.
• Familiarity with organic gardening practices and sustainability principles.

Qualifications:

Essential:

• Relevant sector qualifications in Horticulture and or Arboriculture
• Excellent knowledge of Horticulture and best practices

Desirable:

• RHS Level 2/3 Diploma in Horticulture, or equivalent.
• Training and certification in Arboriculture and/or use of chainsaws and other machinery
• Experience in Landscape design