Gardener & Site Team Operative

Person Specification

Qualification

Essential:

• Good literacy and numeracy skills (GCSE and above or equivalent)

Desirable:

• Experience and working knowledge in gardening
• Experienced and proven record in carrying out general maintenance tasks to the required standard.
• Working knowledge of the application of Health and Safety legislation regarding general maintenance areas and safe systems of work or willing to undertake trainings courses that are required for the post.
• Computer literate and comfortable using Microsoft Office365 applications

Experience, understanding and knowledge

Essential:

• Qualification in Horticulture/Gardening
• Experience of compliance monitoring in the workplace
• Qualified first aider

Desirable:

• Experience of working within a site team
• Experience of working in an education environment
• Knowledge of Safeguarding.
• An understanding of risk assessment.
• Lifting and handling course.
• Ability to work at heights and in a variety of different environments (hot, cold, humid, confined locations) as required.
• Full, current driving licence.