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Department: Landscaping
Company: Canary Wharf Management Limited
Reporting to: Landscape Manager
Job Summary
To work in an established team, maintaining the green and open spaces at Canary Wharf to a high standard
Salary: £34,505
Work Shift: Monday to Friday 7:30am to 5:30pm ( Summer Hours) & 7:30am to 3:30pm (Winter Hours)
Closing date: 17th July 2026 may close earlier subject to application numbers
Main Responsibilities
To work in a team maintaining turf, bedding plant displays, hedges, shrubs, trees, grass cutting, weeding, pest and disease control, plants in atrium and office areas. To assist in all landscape schemes requiring ground preparation, planting and turfing, bulb planting and any other usual tasks which falls within the upkeep of open spaces. Have knowledge of pests and diseases and how to control them. To have experience of controls and monitoring automatic irrigation systems. To carry out tree and aerial hedge pruning and have a knowledge of tree pests and diseases. To observe and implement health and safety procedures in particular relation to the use of pesticides. To perform litter picking duties in all landscape areas, as directed by the Landscape Manager. To work within a team and also be capable of working on his/her own initiative with minimal supervision. To assist other departments in emergencies and if workload is low due to weather conditions or winter seasons. Develop and maintain appropriate and effective communication with other team members & Landscape Supervisor. Adherence to Method Statements & Risk Assessments. Take good care of all plant, vehicles and equipment that you use and report faults in accordance with Company Procedures. Demonstrate an active commitment to self-development. Must be competent with mobile phone technology as tasks are delivered via a smart phone. The team operate a winter and summer hours rota, shorter hour sin the winter and longer hours in the summer.
PERSON SPECIFICATION
Minimum of 3 years' experience Applicant must hold a valid UK drivers licence The applicant must have th ability to work on their own and unsupervised. City & Guilds or Nat Certificate in Horticulture is desirable The applicant must have an appreciation of the importance of excellent customer service
Health Safety And Welfare Responsibilities
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All staff are required to fulfil their legal duty to take reasonable care for the health and safety of themselves and others who may be affected by their acts and omissions, and to follow all guidance and instructions given in this respect. Further details regarding Health & Safety responsibilities are set out in the Health & Safety Policy in the Administrative Rules and Procedures, and the Health, Safety & Welfare Manual.
Environmental, Social & Governance (esg) Responsibilities
Recognising the centrality of ESG principles within our organisation, we have developed a comprehensive ESG Strategy. It is imperative that all staff members understand and adopt this strategy into their respective roles. This includes adhering to environmental regulations, minimising waste, supporting nature within our urban environment, and facilitating positive change for those in need within our community and utilising our volunteering.
Quality Management Responsibilities
In line with the latest ISO 9001 requirements and our dedication to quality management, all staff are mandated to comply with system requirements as detailed within the Company Quality Manual & Policies. Additionally, it's vital to ensure the effective implementation of all Procedures, Plans, and Forms within our Electronic Document Management Systems (EDMS) to meet the ISO 9001: Quality Management Standard.
Company Values
Commit to Excellence
Act with integrity and deliver high performance Put our customers at the heart of what we do Resolve issues by providing high quality solutions
Foster Collaboration
Find opportunities to collaborate with others across the business to achieve shared goals Encourage inclusive networks and treat others with respect and fairness Use knowledge to work effectively with suppliers / contractors to meet shared goals
Encourage Engagement
Confident in making decisions appropriate to the role Learn from mistakes and listen to constructive feedback to improve performance Prioritise safety and actively support community, wellbeing and sustainability programmes
Take Ownership
Take pride in delivering high quality service which exceeds expectations Committed to opportunities for self-development Take responsibility for my own performance and look for ways to improve
Embrace Innovation
Embrace change and innovation Proactively suggest ways to improve our business and encourage others to share ideas See new challenges as opportunities to deliver effective change
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What We Offer
Diversity and Inclusion
We recognise the importance of embracing diverse experience, skills and perspectives at all levels and operating in an inclusive working environment, in order for everyone to reach their full potential. We also recognise that it makes business sense, since being an inclusive employer leads to better business performance and higher levels of employee engagement and satisfaction. We welcome applicants with diverse backgrounds, perspectives and skills and are committed to fostering a culture whereby everyone can reach their full potential.
Flexible Working
As an inclusive employer, we recognise the positive impact flexible working can have on an individual, their wellbeing, engagement and productivity. Therefore, we are open to consider flexible working arrangements, both temporary or permanent.
Learning and Development
At Canary Wharf Group, our employees receive a wide range of support to help improve their skills and achieve their career goals. We offer development opportunities through classroom and e-learning training, mentoring, cross department experience and on the job learning. We heavily invest in our staff attaining accreditations to develop existing and new skills, support chartered status, sponsorships and provide further educational opportunities which are job and business related. We never stand still and continually invest in developing skills and knowledge to ensure individual and company growth.
Other Benefits
We are committed to building a safe, happy and healthy community for our employees and we offer a comprehensive range of benefits, all designed with our employees and their wellbeing in mind. From generous pension and insurance plans, to health benefits, subsidised gym membership, store discounts and family leave, our benefits package allows our employees to choose the benefits that suit them and their individual needs.
If you are interested in joining our highly professional and skilled team for our next exciting phase of development, please complete the form on this page to apply online.
Early applications are encouraged as we reserve the right to appoint at any point.
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