Job Description
Our client is looking for a Garden Maintenance Foreperson to join their Landscape Design company.
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Specifically, someone who is communicative, conscientious and experienced in garden maintenance. Most importantly, you will be enthusiastic to progress your horticultural skills and learning.
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You will be working on a diverse mix of projects in some of the most desirable locations in London and the Home Counties. From our own landscape designs to high-profile designer projects and private spaces, you will be working in both domestic and commercial spaces.
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For an ambitious and dedicated Garden Maintenance Foreperson, this is an exciting career opportunity to develop personally and work with the best in the business in a progressive and creative company.
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YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES
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Help manage garden maintenance for an exciting mix of landscapes, from small gardens to city courtyards, modern roof terraces and large country gardens
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Diagnose and treat problems in plants and keep disease under control
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Work with garden irrigation systems
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Liaise with clients, listening to their needs and ensuring satisfaction
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Work efficiently to tight deadlines, whilst keeping to health and safety and quality procedures
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PLUS
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Arrive promptly for work and keep any appointments you make
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Join in with our company events and socials where possible, helping to build relationships with team members
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Uphold company values, outlined in our employee handbook
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YOUR SKILLS & EXPERIENCE
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At least 3 years of experience in gardening, with 2 of those in a team leader or foreperson role
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Strong communication skills, as you will need to provide great customer service, as well as being able to listen and effectively communicate with clients, staff and managers
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Be able to effectively manage a team
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Ideally, you will be qualified to at least Level 3 or equivalent (eg. RHS National Diploma etc.)
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Have PA1 / PA6
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Be able to use a range of small machinery
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And ideally, you will have a full clean driving license, with experience in van driving
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Your benefits package will include: profit share scheme, 23 days paid holiday (plus bank holidays), a smart uniform, continuous on-the-job training, plus external training courses (such as ROLO Health and Safety Awareness, Emergency First Aid at Work, Working at Height).
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