At a Glance
- Tasks: Maintain and enhance parks and green spaces while working outdoors.
- Company: Join a dedicated team focused on community beautification.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, hands-on experience, and a chance to work in nature.
- Other info: Enjoy a dynamic role with opportunities for personal growth.
- Why this job: Perfect for those who love gardening and want to make a difference.
- Qualifications: Experience in horticulture and a full UK driving licence required.
The predicted salary is between 13.26 - 13.26 £ per hour.
Location: Halifax, West Yorkshire (HX3)
Pay Rate: £13.26 per hour (PAYE)
Hours: Monday to Friday, 7:00am - 3:00pm
Contract: 6 July 2026 - 31 October 2026
Lynx Employment Services are recruiting on behalf of our client for an experienced Gardener / Horticulturist to help maintain and improve parks, green spaces and the public realm across Calderdale. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with practical horticultural experience who enjoys working outdoors and takes pride in delivering high-quality grounds maintenance.
You will carry out a wide range of gardening and horticultural duties, including:
- Grass cutting using pedestrian mowers
- Hard and soft landscaping
- Ornamental horticulture
- Tree maintenance
- Safe use, cleaning and maintenance of horticultural machinery
- Providing excellent customer service while representing the organisation in the community
Requirements:
- Full UK Driving Licence (Category B)
- NVQ Level 2 in Horticulture (or equivalent)
- Experience working in grounds maintenance, horticulture or landscaping
- Good knowledge of horticultural machinery and equipment
- Understanding of Health & Safety procedures
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
- Good communication and customer service skills
Essential Certificates:
- Enjoys working outdoors in all weather conditions
- Is physically fit and able to undertake manual work
- Takes pride in maintaining high standards
- Has a positive, reliable and hardworking attitude
- Can work safely while using horticultural machinery and equipment
If you're an experienced Gardener or Horticulturist looking for your next opportunity, we'd love to hear from you.
Horticulturalist Gardener in Leeds employer: Lynx Employment Services Ltd
Lynx Employment Services is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive work culture that values teamwork and individual contributions. Located in the picturesque Halifax, West Yorkshire, employees enjoy the beauty of working outdoors while maintaining the region's parks and green spaces. With a focus on employee growth and development, this role provides opportunities to enhance horticultural skills in a rewarding environment dedicated to community service.
Contact Details:
Lynx Employment Services Ltd Recruitment Team
