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How many Gardening Contractor jobs are available on Pertemps?

There are 6 Gardening Contractor jobs available on Pertemps right now.

What does a Gardening Contractor do?

Gardeners responsibilities include monitoring the health of all plants and greenspaces, watering and feeding plants, trimming trees and shrubs, fertilising and mowing lawns, weeding gardens and keeping green spaces and walkways clear of debris and litter.

Tasks required include:

• Levels ground and installs drainage system as required.
• Prepares soil and plants and transplants, prunes, weeds and otherwise tends plant life.
• Protects plants from pests and diseases.
• Cuts and lays turf using hand and machine tools and repairs damaged turf.
• Prepares or interprets garden design plans.
• Moves soil to alter surface contour of land using mechanical equipment and constructs paths, rockeries, ponds and other features.
• Performs general garden maintenance.

What are the entry requirements for a Gardening Contractor?

There are no formal academic entry requirements. NVQs/SVQs in Horticulture are available at Levels 1, 2 and 3. Relevant apprenticeships and professional qualifications are also available.