Gardener / Grounds Person

To assist in the development, management and maintenance of the gardens and grounds within the Rossie estate.

To participate with the Site Manager, Business and Facilities, in developing the gardens and grounds for use by the young people resident at Rossie.

To ensure all equipment and machinery is correctly maintained to manufacturer's requirements, in order to operate them safely and correctly, and to also ensure all equipment and machinery is stored safely and correctly to reduce/prevent the risk of accidents to staff and young people resident at Rossie.

Ensure that cultivated areas of the grounds, including lawns and planted beds (but out with areas maintained within the gardens service contract), are maintained to a good quality standard by the effective implementation of planned work schedules.

Maintain the programme for the growing, care and harvesting of produce to meet the requirements of the central kitchen.

Ensure that woodlands are properly managed in conjunction with Scottish Woodlands.

To secure the effective maintenance of all machinery and equipment to maintain optimum operational efficiency.

Supporting young people resident at Rossie in the care and maintenance of estate grounds and safe use of machinery.

Ensure that roads and paths are kept clear of snow and ice.

Assist Site Manager, Business and Facilities, in developing grounds and woodlands.

Assist other Business and Facilities staff in maintenance duties when requested.

Ensure that all relevant Health and Safety requirements are met within the scope of the job.