HWRC Operative

Network Recruitment Wales are recruiting a HWRC Operative for a temporary contract with one of our clients. 

JOB PURPOSE
To work as directed to carry out all aspects of practical amenity horticulture to the highest standards as required by the Grounds Maintenance Specification and Clients

KEY RESULT AREAS
To use a high level of gardening skills to meet the horticultural standards within the
specification and to undertake all horticultural operations, including:

Grassing cutting duties/strimming/hedge trimming/clearing leaves and litter
Planting out of bedding plants, trees and shrubs
Shrub bed planting and maintenance (e.g. pruning and division)
Application of chemicals
Maintenance, setting out and marking sports facilities
General soft landscaping works (e.g. top-soiling, cultivation, seeding, shrub-bed renewal etc.)


To operate, and be responsible for ensuring that all vehicles, plant and machinery are kept in good working orders and comply with the Health and Safety at Work Act and the Road Traffic Regulations

To report any defects in tools and equipment to line manager

To take reasonable care of own and others safety; to co-operate with managers/ supervisors in complying with statutory health & safety duties; to report incidents, accidents, faults etc

This job description sets out the main result areas of the post at the date when it was drawn up. Such duties may vary from time to time without changing the general character of the post or the level of responsibility. Such variations are a common occurrence and cannot in themselves justify a reconsideration of the grading of the post.

PERSON SPECIFICATION
Qualifications
NVQ stage 1 in Horticulture (or equivalent) OR a minimum of two years' proven practical experience in Grounds Maintenance work
Possession of a current, full, UK driving licence is essential
Possess a spraying certificate


Knowledge
Possess knowledge of mechanical plant/equipment and its maintenance (or be prepared to undertake training)

Knowledge of plant identification and disorders

Knowledge of Health & Safety at Work Regulations

Experience
Able to demonstrate all practical aspects of horticulture, including grass cutting and general horticultual machinery
Experience of soft landscaping work
Experience of using mowing equipment and small plant (e.g. pedestrian mowers, strimmers etc.)

Aptitude & Skills
Ability to work on own initiative with minimum supervision
Able to work to deadlines
Good communication skills - oral and written
A willingness and ability to undertake further training and learn new skills
Punctuality and reliability
Ability to demonstrate a commitment to the improvement and development of the gardening team as a whole
Flexible approach to people and work
Willingness to assist colleagues when necessary
Have a pleasant manner and positive attitude
Stamina; able to undertake the physical aspects of the post
Able to work outdoors irrespective of weather or conditions
Able to work in any location within the city boundary
Availability to work overtime if necessary