Landscaper/Gardener

Our Client are looking for an experienced Landscaper/Gardener to join their team at a luxury residential estate based in Croydon.

Working Monday - Friday 9am - 5pm, 37.5 hours per week.

Salary is £40,950 annually.

Duties include:

1. Landscape & Grounds Maintenance

• Carry out daily litter picking across the estate to maintain a clean environment.
• Maintain planting areas, lawns, trees, and shrubs to a high horticultural standard.
• Undertake seasonal planting, pruning, and soil care activities.
• Manage irrigation systems and monitor plant health to ensure optimal growth.
• Maintain riverbank vegetation to prevent overgrowth and minimise erosion risks.
• Operate and maintain gardening tools and machinery safely and effectively.
• Identify pests, diseases, and nutrient deficiencies and take appropriate corrective action.
• Ensure all external areas are kept free of litter, weeds, and hazards.
• Support biodiversity and implement sustainable gardening practices.
• Ensure all activities comply with health and safety requirements, particularly when working near water or in public areas.

2. System Management

• Monitor the system to ensure assigned works are completed and all relevant documentation is uploaded.
• Log and respond to resident issues promptly and professionally through the system.

3. Health & Safety Management

• Contribute to maintaining a safe, clean, and secure environment across the estate.
• Report and document all incidents, accidents, and near misses.
• Follow all health and safety procedures as directed by the Managing Agent or Health & Safety Consultant.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant safety regulations and standards.
• Support health and safety inspections, audits, and record-keeping.
• Conduct regular inspections of workspaces, facilities, and storage areas.
• Identify and report hazards across the estate and within work areas.
• Undertake or assist with non-specialist scheduled health and safety tasks as directed by the Estate Manager.

Qualifications Required:

• Proven experience in grounds maintenance, landscaping, or horticulture.
• Good knowledge of plant care, pruning techniques, and lawn maintenance.
• Ability to operate landscaping equipment (e.g. mowers, strimmers, hedge cutters).
• Understanding of seasonal gardening and planting requirements.
• Awareness of environmental practices, including riverbank and water-side maintenance.