Gardener Job Description

Job Title

Gardener

Line Manager/ Reports to

Insert as applicable e.g. Maintenance Manager  

Team

/Department

Insert as applicable

Location

Insert as applicable e.g. Poole site or such other location that may be required of the job role

Website details can be inserted here

Job Ref & about the organisation  

Social Media info etc 

Core Objectives

Tasks will include planning out, planting, growing plants from seed,  purchasing plants, managing pests and keeping the area generally well maintained

The role would include general garden maintenance and DIY for both the garden and garden area including basic carpentry and minor painting and decorating.

This will also include regular checks and assessments for maintenance, health and safety and security and liaising with Line Manager, performing jobs as and when they are required.

Main Tasks/Duties and Responsibilities  

– day to day care and maintenance of gardens include insert as applicable e.g. orchard, herbaceous borders, cut flower border, vegetable garden with raised beds, fruit trees, fruit cages, rose garden,

– day to day care and maintenance of hedging, including

– day to day care and maintenance of the greenhouse

– to provide knowledge input and advice relating to all aspects of the garden including pruning staking feeding and spraying.

– to carry out an agreed annual programme of maintenance work in order to maintain the garden to the agreed standard.

– undertake weekend watering duties as and when required

– regularly inspect any garden structures and undertaking minor repairs or advising line manager

– general garden carpentry such as assembling and maintaining furniture, replacing handles and similar hardware.

– general minor painting & decorating to maintain garden appearance

–  identify hazards, defects and the need for attention; to ensure compliance with agreed codes, law, working practices and health and safety

– liaising with Line Manager and performing jobs as and when they are required.

– carry out planned tasks in accordance with contract/agreed requirements

– carry out tasks within agreed time limits

– ensure compliance to  agreed codes, legislation, and procedures including health and safety

– maintain accurate records/documentation associated with your work

– report to Line Manager

– immediately report problems/failures that may impact on the organisation and/or its visitors, clients/customers to Line manager

– meet your targets and contribute to those of the team as a whole

– contribute towards the smooth running of the team

– adhere to all organisation policies and procedures

From time to time you may be expected to be part of special projects as are reasonably required of your job role.

You are responsible for your allocated workload and must meet all targets as agreed with your Line Manager. You must contribute towards the smooth running of the organisation generally.

Hours

Insert following if applicable Your job will involve travel to sites within the agreed area. The agreed area is insert e.g. 20 mile radius, county etc

Secondary Tasks/Duties

You must carry out your duties to the best of your ability, having consideration for the needs of your colleagues and the Organisation and its clients/customers. You must obey all lawful and reasonable orders given to you and comply with the Organisation’s rules, procedures and policies

Management / Supervisory responsibilities

People or equipment

You have responsibility for the other  Estate management team members who will report directly to you

Equipment

You are responsible for the equipment provided to you for use in your job role. This means you must ensure that equipment is used in accordance with training provided, all of the organisation’s policies and procedures and the law and using, where applicable, any safety equipment or Personal Protective Equipment provided. You are responsible for ensuring that the equipment you use is maintained and can be used/operated at all times.

Essential Abilities/ Competencies of this job role

– to have achieved the qualifications  insert as applicable e.g. NVQ2 in Amenity Horticulture (or an equivalent qualification)., PA1 and PA6 Spraying Certificates and a Chainsaw License, Horticulturist RHS General Certificate

– to hold the following additional certificates insert as applicable

– experience in this type of job role – insert as applicable e.g.   minimum 2 years

– requisite knowledge of the tools, equipment, and materials common to the trade

– practical knowledge of plants plus experience and using general garden machinery.

– to demonstrate knowledge of applicable codes, standards, and regulations for this role

– skills in general gardening and maintenance

– able to share knowledge

– to be friendly and approachable

– to understand and deliver good customer service

– good attention to detail

– to demonstrate good time management and project management skills

– a full driving licence

insert anything else required e.g. practical experience of a particular type of gardening, landscape  or building such as Stately Home etc

You need to have and maintain (with regular training and updates as necessary) the knowledge, technical skills and qualifications that are necessary to perform your job role to comply with the requirements of the Organisation and any applicable rules, regulations (particularly of any professional body) and with any law which applies to your job role.

Special Working Conditions

The nature of your role will require you to travel within the area that your team covers. However, from time to time you may be expected to travel outside that area as the job role requires.

Approved by Name

John Smith

Job Role

Site Manager

Date approved

10/11/2012