Our High end client specialised in Design, build and Maintenance. They are based in SW London and are seeking a Garden maintenance operative to join their team. Reporting to the Maintenance Team Leader, The Maintenance Operative participates in the day-to-day maintenance of the designated gardens. Responsibilities include carrying out various garden tasks as requested, care of equipment and tools, and following instructions as required.

Tasks include:

* Ensure that the appearance of our client's gardens meet or exceed expectations and that RSL's goals of excellent client service are always achieved.

* Communicate regularly with the Maintenance Team Leader regarding day-to-day maintenance operations including reporting any unusual conditions.

* Carry out maintenance tasks as requested in the most efficient and timely manner.

* •Comply with all RSL policies and health and safety procedures as appropriate and encourage others to follow them.

* Care for assigned equipment and notify the Maintenance Team Leader of any required repairs.

* Maintain effective employee, client and public relations.

* Log own timesheets/hours and absenteeism on relevant employee online portals.

* Any other duties assigned by the Maintenance Team Leader.

You must have:

* Minimum of one year experience in residential garden maintenance/soft landscaping, or a combination of transferable skills, love of working outdoors and keenness to learn & progress.

* A basic knowledge of: methods, materials, tools and equipment used in garden maintenance operation standard horticultural practices (planting, pruning, fertilising, etc.) growth characteristics and identification of a wide variety of plants

* Basic first aid certificate or greater

* Ability to take and follow instructions.

* Good oral and written communication skills

* Great cooperation and team skills

* High levels of ethical conduct, including timekeeping and attendance

* Able to work autonomously.

* High standards of work and attention to detail

* Able to work in a fast-paced environment and maintain organisation and a positive attitude.

* Desirable: horticultural qualifications

* Desirable: PA1 & PA6 spraying certificates.

* Desirable: Drivers Licence.

* Physical aptitude to working outdoors in all kinds of weather conditions - physical demands include lifting and carrying, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, kneeling and repetitive motion.

Only suitable candidates will be contacted