At a Glance
- Tasks: Maintain and enhance parks and green spaces while enjoying the great outdoors.
- Company: Join a dedicated team focused on improving community environments.
- Benefits: Earn £13.26 per hour with a Monday to Friday schedule.
- Other info: Perfect for those who love nature and want to develop their horticultural skills.
- Why this job: Make a positive impact in your community through hands-on gardening work.
- Qualifications: Must have a full UK driving licence and NVQ Level 2 in Horticulture.
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.
The Role
- Carry out a wide range of gardening and horticultural duties, including:
- Grass cutting using pedestrian mowers
- Hedge trimming and strimming
- Hard and soft landscaping
- Fine turf maintenance
- Ornamental horticulture
- Tree maintenance
- General grounds maintenance
- Safe use, cleaning and maintenance of horticultural machinery
- Maintaining clean and safe working areas
- Completing vehicle checks, timesheets and other job-related paperwork
- Providing excellent customer service while representing the organisation in the community
Essential Requirements
- Full UK Driving Licence (Category B)
- NVQ Level 2 in Horticulture (or equivalent)
- Experience working in grounds maintenance, horticulture or related fields
Gardener / Horticulturist employer: Lynx Employment Services
At Lynx Employment Services, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer that values the hard work and dedication of our team. Located in the beautiful surroundings of Halifax, West Yorkshire, we offer a supportive work culture that encourages professional growth and development, alongside competitive pay and benefits. Join us to make a meaningful impact on our community's green spaces while enjoying a fulfilling outdoor role with a focus on quality and customer service.
