Building Recruitment Company
Are you a Grounds Maintenance Operative, seeking your next contract in the Slough area?
My client has an immediate opportunity to join their Grounds Maintenance Team on a freelance basis, covering long term absence.
The successful applicant will be responsible for the delivery of the Grounds Maintenance service in an efficient and effective manner in accordance with best horticultural practise.
Responsibilities:
- Provide and carryout Grounds Maintenance Service as directed by the Grounds Maintenance Team Leader to the communal areas of managed estates.
- To include grass cutting, hedge cutting, pruning, weed control, litter picking, and other works as deemed necessary.
- Use PDA Reporting system to record site visits and record tasks carried out.
- Familiarise yourself with your responsibilities with the Health & Safety policies & procedures and work in accordance with them at all times.
- Use all personal protective equipment provided as may be required to carry out the role.
- Be responsible for ensuring that equipment is regularly washed, kept clean and in good condition and report any defects to the supervisor.
- Be responsible for ensuring that all vehicles are kept clean with regular checks to oil and coolant levels reporting any defects to the fleet manager.
Requirements:
- Knowledge and understanding of the range of practical and technical issues relevant to the provision of carrying out Grounds Maintenance.
- Knowledge and skills in the use of both mechanical & hand tools used in grounds maintenance operations.
- Current holder of National Proficiency Test certificate for the safe control & use of pesticide or Pa1, Pa6a.
- Current holder of a full UK driving Licence with towing ability.
To apply, please attach a copy of your CV
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