Garden Maintenance Operative

Our High end client specialised in Design, build and Maintenance. They are based in SW London and are seeking a Garden maintenance operative to join their team. Reporting to the Maintenance Team Leader, The Maintenance Operative participates in the day-to-day maintenance of the designated gardens. Responsibilities include carrying out various garden tasks as requested, care of equipment and tools, and following instructions as required.Tasks include:
* Ensure that the appearance of our client's gardens meet or exceed expectations and that RSL's goals of excellent client service are always achieved.
* Communicate regularly with the Maintenance Team Leader regarding day-to-day maintenance operations including reporting any unusual conditions.
* Carry out maintenance tasks as requested in the most efficient and timely manner.
* •Comply with all RSL policies and health and safety procedures as appropriate and encourage others to follow them.
* Care for assigned equipment and notify the Maintenance Team Leader of any required repairs.
* Maintain effective employee, client and public relations.
* Log own timesheets/hours and absenteeism on relevant employee online portals.
* Any other duties assigned by the Maintenance Team Leader.You must have:
* Minimum of one year experience in residential garden maintenance/soft landscaping, or a combination of transferable skills, love of working outdoors and keenness to learn & progress.
* A basic knowledge of: methods, materials, tools and equipment used in garden maintenance operation standard horticultural practices (planting, pruning, fertilising, etc.) growth characteristics and identification of a wide variety of plants
* Basic first aid certificate or greater
* Ability to take and follow instructions.
* Good oral and written communication skills
* Great cooperation and team skills
* High levels of ethical conduct, including timekeeping and attendance
* Able to work autonomously.
* High standards of work and attention to detail
* Able to work in a fast-paced environment and maintain organisation and a positive attitude.
* Desirable: horticultural qualifications
* Desirable: PA1 & PA6 spraying certificates.
* Desirable: Drivers Licence.
* Physical aptitude to working outdoors in all kinds of weather conditions - physical demands include lifting and carrying, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, kneeling and repetitive motion.Only suitable candidates will be contacted
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