This permanent Gardener post sits in the Caretaking and Grounds Maintenance team of Jigsaw Homes Group's Asset Management department, in the Leigh division. The work centres on grass cutting, strimming and upkeep of communal gardens and grassed areas around homes and estates. It stands out for its focus on residents' green spaces and a shorter Friday finish alongside 4.15pm Monday to Thursday days. Applicants need a full UK driving licence with points and convictions disclosed.
What the job involves
- Cut grass and strim around properties
- Maintain communal gardens and grassed areas around homes and estates
- Keep open areas neat and tidy for tenants to use and enjoy
- Help enhance residents' green spaces as part of a team
- Carry out general upkeep of outdoor areas around properties
What’s required
Experience
- Experience of using gardening machinery
Skills & knowledge
- Passion for gardening and working outdoors
Checks & eligibility
- Full, valid UK driving licence
- Points and convictions disclosed
What’s offered
- 24 days' annual leave, plus 3 Christmas closure days and bank holidays
- Extra leave after 2 years' continuous service, up to 5 days
- Option to buy or sell up to 5 days' leave a year
- Early finish at 2.30pm on Fridays
- Social Housing Pension Scheme
- Occupational sick pay and enhanced maternity/paternity leave
- BHSF membership and access to on-site gyms
- Training and development opportunities
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Contact Details:
The Methodist Church in Britain Recruitment Team
