Gardener at British high Commission

Main purpose of job

To work as part of a gardening team to develop and maintain the Residence grounds.

Responsibilities for the Gardener Job

• Working as a team to ensure that the garden is maintained to a high standard
• Carrying out specific tasks allocated by the Head Gardener
• Cutting, watering & weeding lawns as necessary
• Sweeping leaves from the lawns and driveways
• Pruning trees and hedges as necessary
• Maintaining the compost heap and vegetable garden
• Keeping the garden shed tidy and tools in good condition
• Inform the Head Gardener when supplies of fertilizers and pesticides need re-ordering.
• Keeping drains and gutters free of leaves and standing water
• Maintaining and cleaning of the swimming pool and its changing rooms
• Setting up and serving at official functions and clearing away afterwards
• Washing up when requested

Qualifications for the Gardener Job

• 3 – 5 years Gardening experience.
• Knowledge and familiarity with Health and Safety standards.
• Good spoken and written English.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills

Required competencies

Changing and Improving, Delivering Value for Money, Managing a Quality Service, Delivering at Pace