JOB TITLE: Landscaper

DEPARTMENT: Landscaping Team

LOCATION: Cobham Training Ground

CONTRACT: Permanent, 40 hours, Any 5 in 7 days.

JOB FUNCTION: As a Landscaper, you'll play a vital role in a various range of Horticultural & Arboricultural projects across the site in collaboration with the Head of Landscapes and the Director of Global playing surfaces and Landscaping. You'll be involved in maintaining and developing the various green spaces across the site. Your daily tasks will include general garden maintenance and up keep of the site which will include planting, pruning, weeding, hedge cutting, watering and preserving the health and appearance of plants and shrubs

You'll have the opportunity to assist in the design and implement new garden layouts and projects, selecting perfect combinations to create stunning visual garden displays. The ideal candidate would also have some experience in Arboriculture, you'll be responsible for monitoring plant health, pest control, and implementing sustainable gardening practices to support the local ecosystem. Your role will be integral to creating and maintaining a welcoming and vibrant outdoor environment for all who those who use and visit the training facility.

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES:

•      Making sure all key areas are presentable to a very high standard
•      Great knowledge of horticulture, including specialized and broader aspects
•      Plan, develop and maintain planting schemes and projects
•      Performing routine maintenance tasks related to estate maintenance, including identifying and addressing potential safety concerns
•      Use of chemical applications and maintenance of records (Preferably with PA1 & PA6 qualifications, but training provided if needed)
•      Pest and Disease Control: Monitor for common pests and diseases affecting plants, and implement preventive control measures using organic or chemical methods as appropriate.
•      Undertaking ground clearance and seasonal tasks
•      Carry out general maintenance tasks and upkeep of hard and soft surfaces in garden areas
•      Attending to the maintenance of beds, borders, and containers
•      Competent use of chainsaws and the Arboriculture industry and its best practices
•      Comply with all Health and Safety regulations and requirements within the Company and your role.
•      Ensure that all equipment and machinery is properly maintained, secured and to report any faults or defects immediately.
•      To work and act in a professional manner and wearing the appropriate uniform/work wear that will be provided at all times.

PERSONAL SPECIFICATION:

Qualifications:

Essential

•      Relevant sector qualifications in Horticulture and or Arboriculture Level 2 or above.
•      Excellent knowledge of Horticulture and best practices

Experience:

Essential

•      Proven experience within the Horticulture, Landscape or Arboriculture industry holding the relevant qualifications.
•      Excellent knowledge of Horticulture & Arboriculture
•      Competent operation of all Landscape based machinery
•      Ability to work within a motivated team and also able take reasonability when lone working.
•      Demonstrable experience of working knowledge of health and safety processes and procedures.
•      Passionate and willing to work outdoors and in all weathers.
•      Able to work in a professional and responsible manner.
•      Good communication skills.
•      Excellent time management, attention to detail, and a friendly and outgoing personality.
•      A flexible approach to working hours, particularly weekends and bank holidays, is a must.
•      Proficiency in plant identification, pest and disease management.
•      Knowledge of irrigation systems and their maintenance.
•      Ability to operate landscape machinery and equipment.
•      Familiarity with organic gardening practices and sustainability principles.

Desirable:

• RHS Level 2/3 Diploma in Horticulture, or equivalent.
•      Training and certification in Arboriculture and/or use of chainsaws and other machinery
•      Experience in Landscape design

Our Expectations:

• To embody the club’s BLUE behaviours (Brave, Lead, Unity, Edge) in the approach to work and interaction with others
• To adhere to the club’s policies and procedures, including Health & Safety, Financial Authorisation, Confidentiality and GDPR.
• To act as an ambassador for diversity, equality, and inclusion, and demonstrate a positive commitment by treating others fairly in line with our Equality, Diversity & Inclusion Policy and reporting any acts of discrimination through appropriate channels
• To create a safe environment and act to protect all young people and vulnerable adults that are either in your care or attending club premises, and report any concerns to the Safeguarding Lead
• To report any misconduct or suspected misconduct to the HR Department.

Our commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion: 

At Chelsea we recognise that the diversity of our people is one of our greatest strengths and we are taking positive action to ensure our existing colleagues and job applicants can fully be themselves and bring their own unique experiences and perspectives to Chelsea FC. This means giving full and fair consideration to all applicants regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, marriage and civil partnership, and pregnancy and maternity.

If you need reasonable adjustments made to the recruitment process, please reach out to your recruiter, who will be able to advise and support you.

Chelsea FC is fully committed to ensuring the safety and well-being of all children, young people and adults at risk (vulnerable groups). We therefore require all successful applicants to complete a DBS Check prior to starting employment. Depending on the role, successful applicants may also be required to undergo other child protection screening where appropriate.