Invasive Weed Technician/Sprayer

The Grounds Care Group is hiring an Invasive Weed Technician/Sprayer in London, UK, with a salary of £28,000 - £30,000 per year. The role involves applying herbicides to invasive weeds, particularly Japanese knotweed, across various locations. Candidates must have a full driving license and relevant herbicide spraying certifications. The position requires travel to multiple sites and good communication skills, working full-time from Monday to Friday.
Job Title: Invasive Weed Technician

Department: Japanese Knotweed Specialists

Salary Range: £28,000 - £30,000 pa (depending on experience)

About Grounds Care Group

We carry out Japanese Knotweed treatments, Landscape Improvements, Grounds Maintenance works, Bulk Waste Removal, , Gritting/Snow Clearance and Winter Maintenance Services for our multiple Clients across the UK.

The Role:

We are recruiting for an Invasive Weed Technician/Sprayer, working predominantly in the London and Home Counties, travelling, and working on pre-booked jobs, visiting multiple locations in a day. Travel to areas further afield may be required but will be agreed in advance.

Job Outline:

Applying herbicide using a knapsack sprayer to Japanese knotweed and other invasive weeds throughout the growing season (May-October) at residential properties, commercial sites, and some open areas of land. Documenting work carried out at each site using our mobile app, whilst following our standard operating procedures. Carrying out Japanese Knotweed winter visits (cutting & mulching) during the winter months, in preparation for the growing season. Assisting with excavation works (Japanese Knotweed & Bamboo), landscaping works and other related works as and when required. Good communication is essential, daily interaction with our operational team, other internal teams and suppliers will be required, along with the ability to provide excellent customer service on site, whilst maintaining and enhancing the company’s reputation.

Key skills:
• Weed spraying and previous knowledge of Japanese knotweed and other invasive plants.
• Dynamic and able to move with the times within a fast-paced growing company. Innovative and forward thinking.
• Problem solver with proactive solution
• Capacity to multitask and think on your feet.
• Education, background, or experience in horticulture/agriculture.
• Good understanding of technology.

Licence/Certification:
• Full driving licence (required).
• NPTC Card PA1 & PA6, herbicide spraying certificate (required).

Benefits:

Holiday Entitlement: 20 days plus Bank Holidays & Birthday off.

Mobile phone provided. Company vehicle & fuel card provided.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: £28,000.00-£30,000.00 per year

Schedule:
• Monday to Friday

Licence/Certification:
• Driving Licence (required)
• NPTC Card PA1 & PA6, herbicide spraying certificate (required)

Willingness to travel:
• 100% (required)

Work Location: On the road