Landscaper/Gardener

Our Client are looking for an experienced Landscaper/Gardener to join their team at a luxury residential estate based in Croydon.

Working Monday - Friday 9am - 5pm, 37.5 hours per week.

Salary is £40,950 annually.

Duties include:

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1. Landscape & Grounds Maintenance
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• Carry out daily litter picking across the estate to maintain a clean environment.
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• Maintain planting areas, lawns, trees, and shrubs to a high horticultural standard.
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• Undertake seasonal planting, pruning, and soil care activities.
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• Manage irrigation systems and monitor plant health to ensure optimal growth.
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• Maintain riverbank vegetation to prevent overgrowth and minimise erosion risks.
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• Operate and maintain gardening tools and machinery safely and effectively.
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• Identify pests, diseases, and nutrient deficiencies and take appropriate corrective action.
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• Ensure all external areas are kept free of litter, weeds, and hazards.
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• Support biodiversity and implement sustainable gardening practices.
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• Ensure all activities comply with health and safety requirements, particularly when working near water or in public areas.
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1. System Management
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• Monitor the system to ensure assigned works are completed and all relevant documentation is uploaded.
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• Log and respond to resident issues promptly and professionally through the system.
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1. Health & Safety Management
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• Contribute to maintaining a safe, clean, and secure environment across the estate.
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• Report and document all incidents, accidents, and near misses.
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• Follow all health and safety procedures as directed by the Managing Agent or Health & Safety Consultant.
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• Ensure compliance with all relevant safety regulations and standards.
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• Support health and safety inspections, audits, and record-keeping.
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• Conduct regular inspections of workspaces, facilities, and storage areas.
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• Identify and report hazards across the estate and within work areas.
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• Undertake or assist with non-specialist scheduled health and safety tasks as directed by the Estate Manager.
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Qualifications Required:

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• Proven experience in grounds maintenance, landscaping, or horticulture.
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• Good knowledge of plant care, pruning techniques, and lawn maintenance.
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• Ability to operate landscaping equipment (e.g. mowers, strimmers, hedge cutters).
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• Understanding of seasonal gardening and planting requirements.
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• Awareness of environmental practices, including riverbank and water-side maintenance.
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