Job Summary
To work in an established team, maintaining the green and open spaces at Canary Wharf to a high standard.
Responsibilities
- Maintain turf, bedding plant displays, hedges, shrubs, trees, grass cutting, weeding, pest and disease control, and plants in atrium and office areas.
- Assist in all landscape schemes requiring ground preparation, planting and turfing, bulb planting, and any other usual tasks that fall within the upkeep of open spaces.
- Apply knowledge of pests and diseases and how to control them.
- Operate and monitor automatic irrigation systems.
- Carry out tree and aerial hedge pruning and have knowledge of tree pests and diseases.
- Observe and implement health and safety procedures in particular relation to the use of pesticides.
- Perform litter picking duties in all landscape areas, as directed by the Landscape Manager.
- Work within a team and also be capable of working on own initiative with minimal supervision.
- Assist other departments in emergencies and when workload is low due to weather conditions or winter seasons.
- Develop and maintain effective communication with other team members and the Landscape Supervisor.
- Adhere to Method Statements & Risk Assessments.
- Take good care of all plant, vehicle and equipment used and report faults in accordance with Company Procedures.
- Demonstrate an active commitment to self‑development.
- Be competent with mobile phone technology as tasks are delivered via a smart phone.
Qualifications
- Minimum of 3 years’ experience in horticulture or landscape work.
- Valid UK driver’s licence.
- Ability to work independently and unsupervised.
- City & Guilds or National Certificate in Horticulture desirable.
- Appreciation of the importance of excellent customer service.
Health, Safety and Welfare Responsibilities
All staff are required to fulfil their legal duty to take reasonable care for the health and safety of themselves and others who may be affected by their acts and omissions, and to follow all guidance and instructions given in the Health & Safety Policy.
Environmental, Social & Governance (ESG) Responsibilities
Adhere to ESG principles, minimise waste, support urban nature, and engage in volunteering activities.
Quality Management Responsibilities
Comply with ISO 9001 requirements and all procedures, plans and forms detailed in the Company Quality Manual & Policies.
Benefits
- Salary: £34,505.
- Regular working hours: Monday to Friday 7:30am‑5:30pm (summer) and 7:30am‑3:30pm (winter).
- Flexible working arrangements (temporary or permanent).
- Development opportunities: classroom and e‑learning training, mentoring, cross‑department experience, and support for professional accreditations.
- Generous pension and insurance plans; health benefits; subsidised gym membership; store discounts; family leave.
Equal Opportunities
Canary Wharf Management Limited is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment irrespective of race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, disability or age.
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