Skilled Landscaper

Posted 20 hours 40 minutes ago by HL Services

Permanent
Full Time
Other
Hampshire, Basingstoke, United Kingdom, RG213
Job Description
Position

Skilled Landscaper

Reports To

Site Supervisor

Location

Various sites across the South of England (Main office: Basingstoke)

Employment Type

Full Time Permanent (subject to probation)

Salary

£32,000-£45,000 (depending on experience, qualifications and equipment tickets)

Company Overview

Landscape Construction Group Ltd is a specialist commercial landscaping and grounds maintenance contractor delivering high-quality external works to residential developers, commercial clients, local authorities, hotels, schools and private clients.

Role Overview

The Skilled Landscaper will undertake a wide range of hard and soft landscaping activities and will be expected to work independently or as part of a team to deliver projects safely, efficiently and to a high standard.

Key Responsibilities
  • Paving installation
  • Kerb and edging installation
  • Timber works including fencing and sleeper walls
  • Drainage installation
  • Tree and shrub planting
  • Turfing and seeding
  • Topsoil preparation
  • Setting out works from drawings
  • Operating small plant and tools
  • Operating forward tipper dumpers and excavators below 10t
  • Assist supervisor in completing QA records
  • Carry out vehicle and equipment checks
Health, Safety & Environmental Responsibilities

Work in accordance with company Health & Safety policies, follow company RAMS, PPE requirements and environmental procedures.

Essential Requirements
  • Minimum 3 years' landscape construction experience with strong understanding of soft and hard landscaping practices
  • Valid CSCS/LISS skilled worker's card with NVQ level 2 in landscape construction or other relevant industry qualification
  • Ability to read technical drawings
  • Physically fit and capable of outdoor work
  • Ability to work in a team and good communication skills
  • Right to work in the UK
  • Full UK driving license
Desirable Qualifications
  • CPCS/NPORS plant tickets for forward tipping dumpers, excavators, chippers, chainsaws, tracked dumpers
  • First Aid at work certificate
  • CAT & Genny training
Development Opportunities

Progression to Lead Landscaper through training, experience and achievement of relevant qualifications.

Benefits
  • Competitive pay
  • Training opportunities
  • Pension scheme
  • Career progression opportunities