Skilled Landscaper

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