Gardener

Job Purpose

To maintain and enhance Preston City Council's parks, gardens, sports grounds, cemeteries, and other public green spaces to a high standard.

The Gardener will undertake horticultural and grounds maintenance duties to ensure attractive, safe, and sustainable outdoor environments for residents and visitors.

Responsibilities

• Carry out routine maintenance of parks, gardens, flower beds, shrubs, trees, and landscaped areas
• Plant, cultivate, water, weed, prune, and maintain seasonal bedding displays and ornamental plants
• Mow lawns, trim hedges, edge grass, and maintain sports pitches and public open spaces
• Operate and maintain horticultural machinery and equipment, including mowers, strimmers, hedge cutters, and leaf blowers
• Apply fertilisers, weed control, and plant protection treatments in accordance with health, safety, and environmental regulations
• Assist with tree and shrub maintenance, including pruning and planting
• Remove litter, leaves, and garden waste from public areas
• Inspect parks and green spaces, reporting hazards, damage, vandalism, or maintenance issues
• Support the preparation and maintenance of seasonal floral displays and landscaping projects
• Ensure all work is completed safely and in accordance with Council policies and procedures
• Provide courteous assistance and information to mem...