Gardener
CV-LibraryWigan, Greater ManchestertemporaryPosted: 28 May 2026
Apply NowBelmont Recruitment are currently seeking an experienced Gardener to work with our client on a temporary basis for a duration of three months. This is a full-time role working 37 hours per week, Monday to Friday.
Overview:
The successful candidate will carry out a wide range of grounds maintenance and horticultural duties, ensuring outdoor spaces are maintained to a high standard. The role requires candidates to work independently, operate machinery safely and support the delivery of high-quality environmental services.
Main Duties:
* Carry out grass cutting, hedge cutting, pruning, planting and general grounds maintenance duties
* Maintain flower beds, shrub beds, herbaceous borders and formal lawns
* Undertake sports pitch marking and soft and hard landscaping works
* Operate a range of grass cutting machinery and powered hand tools safely and effectively
* Maintain accurate operational records and submit documentation as required
* Take responsibility for the security of vehicles, machinery, fuel and materials
* Support health and safety procedures, policies and good working practices
* Assist with resolving day-to-day enquiries, issues and complaints
* Report environmental concerns including fly tipping, blocked gullies and anti-social behaviour through the appropriate procedures
Essential Criteria:
* Previous experience within grounds maintenance or horticultural services
* Experience operating grounds maintenance machinery and powered hand tools
* Ability to work on own initiative with minimal supervision
* Knowledge of health and safety procedures within a grounds maintenance environment
* Full UK driving licence
* PA1, PA6 and Quad (PA2) certifications are desirable
If your skills mach the above criteria, please apply with your updated CV
Overview:
The successful candidate will carry out a wide range of grounds maintenance and horticultural duties, ensuring outdoor spaces are maintained to a high standard. The role requires candidates to work independently, operate machinery safely and support the delivery of high-quality environmental services.
Main Duties:
* Carry out grass cutting, hedge cutting, pruning, planting and general grounds maintenance duties
* Maintain flower beds, shrub beds, herbaceous borders and formal lawns
* Undertake sports pitch marking and soft and hard landscaping works
* Operate a range of grass cutting machinery and powered hand tools safely and effectively
* Maintain accurate operational records and submit documentation as required
* Take responsibility for the security of vehicles, machinery, fuel and materials
* Support health and safety procedures, policies and good working practices
* Assist with resolving day-to-day enquiries, issues and complaints
* Report environmental concerns including fly tipping, blocked gullies and anti-social behaviour through the appropriate procedures
Essential Criteria:
* Previous experience within grounds maintenance or horticultural services
* Experience operating grounds maintenance machinery and powered hand tools
* Ability to work on own initiative with minimal supervision
* Knowledge of health and safety procedures within a grounds maintenance environment
* Full UK driving licence
* PA1, PA6 and Quad (PA2) certifications are desirable
If your skills mach the above criteria, please apply with your updated CV