
Assistant Gardener Newquay, England
Job description
We are looking for a enthusiastic individual to join the team at our 56-acre Holiday Park. You will be responsible for the upkeep of the grounds and gardens as directed by the Head Gardener, to ensure designs and displays leave a lasting impression on guests throughout the season. This is a seasonal position, offered on a 40-hour contract with the potential for a permanent position.
What you will be doing:
- Undertake day to day maintenance of all aspects of gardens, tools, the land and garden buildings as directed.
- Planting, weeding and maintaining all border and beds.
- Responsible for all seasonal floral displays.
- Input and involvement in the design and landscaping of the Park.
- Ensure that you work in a safe, secure and compliant way, whilst fulfilling health and safety obligations, including appropriate use of PPE.
- Adhoc duties within grounds maintenance.
What we are looking for:
- Strong people skills to build and maintain relationships, both internally and externally.
- Good verbal communication skills.
- Must hold a full clean driving licence.
- Relevant horticultural qualifications (desirable but not essential)
- First Aid at Work (or willing to work towards)
Job Types: Full-time, Fixed term contract
Contract length: 4 months
Salary: £10.50-£11.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Discounted or free food
- On-site parking
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Supplemental pay types:
- Loyalty bonus
Experience:
- Gardeners: 1 year (preferred)
Work Location: In person
Expected start date: 19/06/2023
