General Labourer/Assistant Gardener

OR11198

£13.26 - £16.84 Per Hour

Full Time

Temporary

Merthyr Tydfil, Merthyr Tydfil

Public Sector And Council

Posted 6 hours ago

Expires In 29 Days

Job Description

Job Opportunity: General Labourer/Assistant Gardener 

Are you passionate about enhancing public green spaces and thrive in an outdoor, hands-on role? Network Recruitment Wales is seeking a General Labourer/Assistant Gardener to join the Grounds Maintenance team in Merthyr Tydfil, for a 3-week temporary contract to cover short-term sickness. This is a brilliant opportunity to contribute to maintaining the borough’s parks and open spaces to a high standard!

Role: General Labourer/Assistant Gardener
Location: Merthyr Tydfil
Contract Duration: 18/08/2025 – 09/09/2025
Hours: 37 hours per week (Monday–Friday, 07:00–15:00)
Rate: PAYE: £13.26 per hour | Umbrella: £16.84 per hour
Employment Type: Temporary

Key Responsibilities:
  • Perform a range of horticultural tasks with minimal supervision, including grass cutting (using pedestrian/ride-on mowers), strimming, hedge cutting, and leaf blowing.
  • Carry out general grounds maintenance, such as litter picking, bin emptying, weeding, soil cultivation, mulching, watering, edging, pruning, seed sowing, bed preparation, and planting.
  • Mark out football fields and repair fine turf and playing surfaces.
  • Assist the arboriculture team as needed.
  • Drive vehicles and pull trailers (with appropriate qualifications).
  • Maintain and clean tools, equipment, vans, and tool sheds, reporting defects to ensure safety and functionality.
  • Support the construction of landscape schemes and seasonal bedding (removal and planting).
  • Use natural methods for plant protection and pest control, avoiding chemicals/pesticides where possible.
  • Ensure compliance with health and safety legislation to maintain a safe environment for staff and park users.
  • Work flexibly across Neighbourhood Services departments (e.g., Waste, Highways, Street Cleansing, or Cemeteries) as required.
  • Contribute to achieving Green Flag Parks accreditation and maintaining high standards for the borough’s green spaces.
Requirements:
  • Essential:
    • Qualified to a minimum of Level 2 City & Guilds (or equivalent) in horticulture or a related field.
    • Eligibility to work in the UK.
    • Experience in grounds maintenance or gardening, with proficiency in using hand tools (e.g., strimmers, hedge cutters, blowers).
    • Ability to work independently with initiative and prioritise tasks effectively.
    • Strong awareness of health and safety practices to ensure a safe working environment.
    • Physically capable of tasks such as digging, lifting, and standing for extended periods.
    • Willingness to work across Neighbourhood Services departments as needed.
  • Desirable:
    • Valid driving licence for driving vehicles/trailers.
    • Experience in a local authority or similar grounds maintenance role.
    • Knowledge of natural plant protection and pest control methods.
  • Required Documents:
    • Photo ID
    • Proof of eligibility to work in the UK
    • Criminal Convictions Declaration
    • Confidentiality Agreement
    • CV
    • 2 years of references/work history
What We Offer:
  • A rewarding role maintaining the beauty and functionality of Cyfarthfa Park’s green spaces.
  • Opportunity to work in a supportive team under the guidance of the Team Leader.
  • Competitive pay and a structured 37-hour workweek in a scenic, outdoor environment.
  • A chance to contribute to the council’s Green Flag Parks accreditation and community priorities.
Apply Now!
If you’re enthusiastic about horticulture and grounds maintenance and ready to make a difference at Cyfarthfa Park, we’d love to hear from you! Submit your CV and required documents to Network Recruitment Wales. For more details, contact us today!