Gardener

GardenerRickmansworth, HertfordshireAbout UsThree Rivers District in South West Hertfordshire straddles the north west corner of the M25 on the edge of Greater London. The district is a mixture of beautiful countryside, villages, and small towns. The area has a diverse range of businesses and is a centre for the film industry, with Warner Brothers at Leavesden forming part of a studio cluster, along with Elstree and Pinewood a short drive away.We are now looking for a Gardener to join us on a full-time, permanent basis working at crematoriums throughout the district.The Benefits- Salary of £28,282 - £29,637 per annum including local allowance- 28 days’ holiday, rising to 30 days with service- Generous employer contribution pension scheme- Life assurance- Flexible working opportunities- Career development- Free on-site parking- Cycle-to-work scheme- Discounted leisure centre membership- Employee volunteering schemes- Access to discounted activities and days outThis is an exciting opportunity for a skilled horticulturist with a sensitive and customer-focused attitude to join our dedicated organisation.Working amidst scenic landscapes, you’ll enjoy the chance to enhance your horticultural expertise while contributing to the upkeep of meaningful spaces that support the bereaved in their times of need.Plus, as part of our supportive team, you’ll benefit from professional development opportunities, flexible working options and a comprehensive benefits package.So, if you’re passionate about horticulture and creating serene, well-maintained spaces, we want to hear from you.The Role As a Gardener, you will provide a high standard of maintenance for our Crematorium grounds, Garden of Remembrance and Floral Terrace at West Herts Crematorium and Hemel Crematorium.Supporting the Gardening Team Leader, you will maintain lawns, flower beds, hedging and trees while ensuring the pathways and car parks are clear of litter and debris. You’ll also assist with winter gritting and adopt a sensitive, customer-focused approach when interacting with mourners and the public. Additionally, you will:- Assist in maintaining ornamental features and the composting area- Direct vehicles in the crematorium grounds as required- Attend the Annual Remembrance Service and User Group Meetings- Ensure compliance with health and safety regulationsAbout YouTo be considered as a Gardener, you will need:- General grounds maintenance and horticultural experience- A gardening or horticultural qualification or equivalent experience- Sensitivity to the needs of the bereaved- Flexibility to work some weekends and public holidays on a rota basisThe closing date for this role is 24th November 2024.Interviews will be held week commencing 2nd December 2024.Other organisations may call this role Horticulturalist, Parkland Gardener, Skilled Gardener, Groundskeeper, Conservation Gardener, Gardening and Conservation Officer, or Maintenance Gardener.Webrecruit and the Three Rivers District Council are equal opportunities employers, value diversity and are strongly committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees and all applicants for employment. Equal opportunities are the only acceptable way to conduct business and we believe that the more inclusive our environments are, the better our work will be.So, if you’re looking to take on a new role as a Gardener, please apply via the button shown. This vacancy is being advertised by Webrecruit. The services advertised by Webrecruit are those of an Employment Agency.