About this role
Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for Grounds person to join University Hospitals of Leicester.
The role of the Gardener - Grounds person is to provide a comprehensive Healthcare maintenance service to all wards and departments within a multidisciplinary environment, ensuring compliance with Trust safety standards and procedures.
You will liaise with the Grounds Supervisor ensuring the efficient operations of the grounds and gardens, winter gritting and clearing snow at The University Hospitals of Leicester (UHL) hospital sites.
Main duties of the job
To carry out planned and reactive maintenance task to a high standard that is commensurate with the skills and experience for the role. The post holder will be reporting, on a day to day basis, to the Estates Supervisor and maintenance managers. To liaise with the Estates team in order to facilitate implementation of the grounds and gardening maintenance work programme. Bring to the attention of the Grounds Supervisor and/or Team Leader any day to day personnel or management issues that could impinge on the efficiency of the grounds and gardening services.
About us
Our new strategy, developed with the support and feedback of colleagues, patients, and partners, is our compass for the next seven years (2023-2030).
We have four primary goals:
high-quality care for all, being a great place to work, partnerships for impact, and research and education excellence And we will embed health equality in all we do - taking active steps to reduce the avoidable differences in healthcare that some people face, working in partnership with communities.
Our strategy is underpinned by new values and we will work to ensure they are an everyday reality for all:
we are compassionate, we are proud, we are inclusive, and we are one team This is an exciting moment as we look to the future with clarity on what we already do well and where we need to focus our energies to make an even bigger difference for the people we serve.
About the University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust:
http://www.leicestershospitals.nhs.uk/aboutus/work-for-us/current-vacancies/
Job description Job responsibilities
To contribute to the continual improvement of gardens and grounds on all UHL and sites as required. Control of garden machinery in a safe manner, reporting any faults to the estates management teams and not attempting to self-rectify until assessed or instructed to do so. To comply with Health and Safety requirements to ensure personal safety and the safety of colleagues. To undertake the maintenance and upkeep of the grounds and gardens including mowing grass, sweeping roads/paths, weeding and spraying, watering bedding plants etc. Trim and prune flowers, trees and shrubs in accordance with good gardening practice and to prevent foliage overhanging paths, roadways, drainage gullies and manholes etc. To ensure drainage and road gullies are clear of rubbish. Carry out minor repairs and preparatory works to hard landscaping e.g. concreting, slab laying, fencing if requested. To empty rubbish bins and cigarette bins, to sweep and remove litter from hard and soft landscaped areas. To safety check vehicles and equipment are fit for purpose prior to use. Drive, operate, clean, lubricate and carry out minor maintenance operations on all grounds and garden vehicles and equipment, and to record details in maintenance log.
Person Specification
Training & Qualifications Essential
Suitable experience in grounds maintenance
Desirable
Formal qualifications in grounds maintenance
Experience Essential
Extensive working experience in the area of grounds maintenance Experience of working within a large industrial/ commercial environment.
Desirable
Experience of working in an Acute or Non-Acute Hospital Environment. Working knowledge of Health and Safety legislation
Skills Essential
Flexible individual who can cope with new and changing demands Excellent attention to details Approachable and tactful Ability to work flexibly as needs arise Driving Licence
Desirable
Responsive to learning new skills with further training.
Commitment to Trust Values and Behaviours Essential
Must be able to demonstrate behaviours consistent with the Trust's Values and Behaviours Evidence of related behaviour supporting the values
Communication and relationship skills Essential
Good organisational skills and ability to address and develop solutions to problems. Good communication skills, for effective working relationships throughout the organisation Ability to work on own initiative and as part of a team. Organised approach to work Skilled in the use of relevant tools and materials. Able to prioritise work Appreciation of time management to minimise departmental disruption
Planning and organisation skills Essential
Able to prioritise works to meet the business needs. Experience of work planning and organising.
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Essential
Able to demonstrate a commitment and understanding of the importance of treating all individuals with dignity and respect appropriate to their individual needs.
Desirable
Examples
Other requirements specific to the role Essential
Has the ability to travel, as will be required to work at other sites. Ability to work out of hours, evenings, weekends and bank holidays as needs arises.
Analytical and Judgement skills Essential
IT / PC skills to be able operate the various computer systems for recording works done Ability to understand and interpret work plans
Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Employer details Employer name University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust
Address Leicester General Hospital
Gwendolen Road
Leicester
LE5 4PW
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.jobsatleicestershospitals.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)