Seasonal Gardener (Forres)

Job Description

To carry out grounds maintenance and other related activities in open spaces, including parks, cemeteries, housing areas, schools, highways, and countryside areas.

 

Requirements

Horticultural Operations

Sports Pitch Maintenance

Application of Pesticides/Insecticides

Use of Powered Hand Tools

 

The Individual

,Experience of grounds maintenance, grass cutting equipment and tractor operations

Experience of using strimmers/pedestrian mowers

Able to demonstrate relevant knowledge, skills and competencies required for role

Able to demonstrate effective verbal and written communication skills.

Adherence to policies and procedures

Ability to follow routine and planned work instructions

Ability to work as part of a team

Self motivated

Ability to work flexibly (ie overtime to meet the needs /demands of the service)
Ability to bend and stretch when digging soil, raking, hoeing and edging beds and
borders
Ability to work in all weather conditions

 

Temporary up to 25 September 2026

Closing date - 22 May 2026

Starting salary - £26,839.80

£13.95 per hour

37 Hours a week (hours are annualised - 35 in the winter & 37 in the summer)

 

For further info, please contact Grant Speed 01343 563052