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Landscape Services Operative

Campus Services & Facilities

Location:  Highfield Campus
Salary:   £23,700 to £25,138 per annum
Full Time Permanent
Closing Date:  Monday 06 May 2024
Interview Date:   To be confirmed
Reference:  2693524TD

Estates and Facilities are seeking additional members for its Landscape Services Team.  The Landscape Services Team manage the award winning university grounds, across multiple locations within the city and surrounding campuses.

We are seeking a highly motivated individual who has experience and a passion for horticulture. You will have practical knowledge and skills in the use of horticultural maintenance machinery. You will be a team player with a ‘can do’ approach to delivering our services. You will also have a City and Guilds Phase 1 (Amenity Horticulture) or NVQ2 or equivalent or relevant work experience, Driving licence and PA1 & PA6 spraying qualification, MO1 tractor driving qualification would be an advantage.

We support a flexible approach to work, as well as additional benefits that will make your life easier, such as a generous holiday allowance, access to a University pension scheme, subsidised health and fitness facilities and a range of discounts. Furthermore, the University is a fantastic place to work – regardless of what life stage you are at, you will be a valued member of our team.

We are proactive in fostering a culture of inclusion, respect and equality of opportunity. We select candidates on the basis of merit and ability and aspire to thrive in the diversity of our workforce.  We welcome applications from all candidates with an interest in the role and those who are committed to helping us create an inclusive work environment. 

For an informal discussion contact Amanda Boorer, Landscape Services Manager on 023 80599271

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Apply by 11.59pm GMT on the closing date. For assistance contact Recruitment on +44(0)2380 592750 or recruitment@soton.ac.uk quoting the job number.


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