Overview
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced gardener to join a busy Maintenance & Engineering Team within Estates and Capital Developments., Anonymous shortlisting will be carried out for this role as part of Aston University\'s commitment to equality and diversity and ensuring a fair and consistent approach to recruitment. Personal details that are included on application forms, including the candidate\'s name and address will not be disclosed to the shortlisting panel. CVs will not be considered as part of the shortlisting process.
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Responsibilities
Reporting to the Gardening Supervisor the successful candidate will carry out grounds maintenance of the Aston University Birmingham City Centre campus including grass cutting, weeding, maintenance of planting and shrub beds, tree pruning and other soft landscaping works. The successful candidate would also carry out some small gardening projects and minor repairs/servicing and inspection of the gardening machinery.
Qualifications
The ideal candidate must be PC literate with experience of Microsoft Offices packages. Educated to, or working towards, C&G/NPTC Level 2 Certificate in Amenity Horticulture or equivalent, applicants must have good written and spoken English skills. Accuracy, attention to detail and high level of organisation are a prerequisite. A strong customer service focus is essential, along with the ability to work as part of a team and communicate effectively with a wide range of internal contacts at various levels.
Benefits
- Aston University is a dynamic and vibrant campus located within Birmingham city centre, which has excellent transport links via bus or train.
- Excellent training and development opportunities.
- A generous annual leave scheme with 25 days bookable leave and a further 13 days bank holiday and University Closure days.
- Everyday discounts to a number of activities and retailers.
- Great family friendly policies.
- On site gym and pool with discounted staff membership available.
- Further information on our Benefits and Rewards can be found here.
This role does not meet the eligibility criteria for new applicants to the Skilled Worker visa route.
