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The role is to assist in the delivery of high-quality Horticultural operations within the London Borough of Barnet and to ensure that the service delivery meets the Councils policies and service specifications.

Skilled Gardener Driver – Grounds Maintenance

| Barnet Council

Location: Barnet

Salary: Grade D £29,763 – £31,074

Full Time: 36 hours per week

Closing Date: 28/05/2025

Job Description

About Barnet Council

Barnet is a borough with much to be proud of. Our excellent schools, vibrant town centres, vast green spaces and diverse communities all help make it a great place to live and work. As a council we want to build on these strengths as we move into the future. We are growing and developing as an organisation to meet the challenges facing our borough and we are committed to working with partner organisations and residents to make Barnet even better. As an organisation, our staff are committed to Our Values: Learning to Improve, Caring, Inclusive, Collaborative – which drive everything we do.

About the role

  • To assist in the delivery of high-quality Horticultural operations within the London Borough of Barnet and to ensure that the service delivery meets the Councils policies and service specifications.
  • The Gardener Driver will work as a member of a team in the borough’s parks and open spaces.
  • To drive and be responsible for the operation and safe use of service vehicles or any ancillary equipment associated with the provision of the Greenspaces service.

Please note that part of the selection process may include a practical task to demonstrate your skills*

About you

  • A knowledge of the Borough of Barnet
  • Current and valid Full UK Manual Driving Licence
  • Must be physically fit in order to undertake the duties laid down in the Role Profile
  • Experience in Gardening and / or Sports Turf Maintenance
  • Knowledge of Horticulture operations and / or  sports turf maintenance operations
  • Able to take part in additional training and embrace new working practices when required
  • To be able to complete simple daily paperwork and maintain records
  • The ability to communicate with all levels of the organisation and the public and have a proven commitment to customer care
What we offer 
  • 31 days annual leave, plus public and bank holidays
  • Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme, which provides a valuable guaranteed income in your retirement together with security for your dependents
  • Work-life balance options may include hybrid working, flexitime, job share, home working, part-time
  • A vast range of lifestyle discounts from major retailers, supermarkets, energy suppliers and more
  • Broad range of payroll benefits including cycle to work, eye care vouchers, travel and gym membership
  • Excellent training and development opportunities
  • Employee well- being training programs including confidential employee assistance

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