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Landscape Construction Group Ltd Whitedown Farm Office 2
Wootton St Lawrence Basingstoke Hampshire RG23 8PF
Reg: 14789344 01256293797
www.landscapeconstructiongroup.co.uk
Landscape Construction Group Ltd Job Description – Lead Landscaper
Position: Lead Landscaper
Reports To: Project Manager
Location: Various sites across the South of England with main office located in Basingstoke
Employment Type: Full-Time Permanent (subject to probation)
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience and qualifications
[PAYE: Salary £45,000 - £54,000]
[CIS: £240-£310 per day]
About Landscape Construction Group Landscape Construction Group Ltd is a specialist landscaping and grounds maintenance contractor delivering high-quality external works for residential developers, commercial clients, local authorities, hotels, schools and private clients.
Role Overview The Lead Landscaper is responsible for leading a team of skilled landscape operatives and Labourers to deliver projects safely, efficiently and to high standard. They will be responsible for completing quality assurance documentation, ensuring health and safety standards are maintained, and managing project progress equipment, and materials.
Key Responsibilities Lead and direct labour on site and guide them in undertaking:
o Paving installation o Kerb and edging installation o Timber works including fencing and sleeper walls
Landscape Construction Group Ltd Whitedown Farm Office 2
Wootton St Lawrence Basingstoke Hampshire RG23 8PF
Reg: 14789344 01256293797
www.landscapeconstructiongroup.co.uk
o Drainage installation o Tree and shrub planting o Turfing and seeding o Topsoil preparation o Setting out works from drawings o Operating small pant and tools o Operating plant equipment o Plant care
Train and mentor junior operatives Plan daily workload and travel efficiently. Undertake quality control inspections and record keeping. Manage materials and equipment on site Liaise professionally with client representatives on site Undertake vehicle and equipment checks Ensure Safe systems of work are followed by operatives on site. Assist project managers with programming and methodology
Health, Safety & Environmental Responsibilities Work in accordance with company Health & Safety policies, Implement Risk Assessments and Method Statements (RAMS), carry out equipment and plant inspections, assist with incident reporting and implement environmental controls. Promote safe working practices and environmental protection.
Essential Requirements Minimum 6 years’ experience in Landscape Construction, with full understanding of both soft and hard landscaping best practices. Valid CSCS/LISS Skilled worker’s card with NVQ level 3 in landscape construction or related industry qualification. Ability to supervise work safely, effectively and efficiently. Strong leadership ability and communication skills. Strong ability to read technical drawings. Full UK driving license. Right to work in the UK.
Desirable Qualifications Gold Supervisors CSCS, First Aid at work, SSSTS/SMSTS, CPCS/NPORS for Forward tipping dumper and Excavators below 10T, CAT & Genny training and other industry qualifications.
Landscape Construction Group Ltd Whitedown Farm Office 2
Wootton St Lawrence Basingstoke Hampshire RG23 8PF
Reg: 14789344 01256293797
www.landscapeconstructiongroup.co.uk
Development opportunities Progression to project manager through training, experience and achievement of relevant qualifications.
Benefits Competitive pay, Company van, Company mobile phone, training opportunities, pension scheme, career progression opportunities.