Gardener LBS-003
Southwark Council
Role
Who You Are
As a Grounds Maintenance Worker on council estates, you’ll play a vital role in maintaining clean, safe, and welcoming outdoor environments for residents. Your work helps foster pride in the community and contributes to residents’ wellbeing.
What the job involves
Maintain lawns, hedges, flower beds, and communal gardens across council estates. Carry out regular litter picking and waste removal from outdoor areas. Ensure pathways, entrances, and communal spaces are clean and hazard-free. Perform seasonal tasks such as leaf clearance, snow removal, and gritting. Report fly-tipping, vandalism, or safety concerns to the appropriate council team. Operate and maintain groundskeeping equipment. Engage respectfully with residents and uphold the council’s standards of service.
Skills
- Must be a driver and able to drive a 3.5 tone van
- Previous experience in grounds maintenance
- Familiarity with health and safety procedures
- Ability to use and maintain outdoor tools and machinery
- Good communication skills
- Physically fit
- Basic knowledge of horticulture