Chargehand Gardener

Douglas City CouncilPublic sector

£40,980 - £49,420Full TimePermanentNot specifiedProperty

Posted 15 March 2026Closes 20 March 2026

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›Use mobile apps for digital record-keeping on site
›Leverage AI-driven scheduling for team task planning
›Apply digital tools for compliance and safety checks

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35% Medium riskAI 45%

AI Exposure (AIOE)45%

Landscaping and Groundskeeping Workers

O*NET 37-3011.00

Top Skills

Horticulture Health and Safety Manual Handling

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Job Description

To apply please visit the Job Train portal on the Council’s website. For further information/queries please contact the Human Resources Section (hr@douglas.gov.im) or 696455. Closing date for submission of completed applications is: Friday, 20th March 2026. Essential: NVQ Level 2 in Horticulture or equivalent with experience of public sector parks and gardens. Good educational standard to GCSE level or equivalent. An NPTC Certificate in pesticide application or the willingness to gain such a Certificate. Supervisory experience in leading a team. Ability to complete and keep accurate up-to-date official records. Knowledge of safe manual handling techniques and ability to carry out manual handling operations. Good communication skills and the ability to deal courteously and fairly with the public. Ability to work effectively, independently and as part of a team. Knowledge and understanding of Health & Safety Regulations. Basic computer skills. Full clean valid driving licence. Desirable: Experience in public sector parks and gardens. An understanding of the operations and functions of a local authority. Political sensitivity.

Automation Risk

Automation probability35%

AI exposure (AIOE)45%

While some routine record-keeping and compliance tasks can be automated or augmented with digital tools, the role is dominated by physical, supervisory, and interpersonal activities that resist full automation. AI can assist with planning, compliance, and monitoring, but the need for hands-on horticultural work and team leadership keeps automation risk moderate and AI exposure moderate.

Task analysis

Supervise and lead a team of gardeners to maintain public parks and gardens.
Operate and maintain landscaping equipment such as mowers, trimmers, and powered tools.
Apply pesticides and fertilizers according to safety regulations and horticultural standards.
Complete and maintain accurate official records of work performed and chemical applications.
Perform manual handling tasks such as lifting, digging, and planting.
Ensure compliance with Health & Safety regulations and safe working practices.
Communicate courteously with the public and address queries or concerns.
Monitor and assess the condition of plants, lawns, and garden features.

Automatable AI-assisted Human-only

Occupational Classification

✨ Bright Outlook🇬🇧 UK Skilled Worker Visa Eligible

UK SOC2020: 6139 — Elementary occupations n.e.c.

O*NET: 37-3011.00 — Landscaping and Groundskeeping Workers

AI analysis: 16 March 2026

UK Salary Benchmark

Real estate activities · ONS ASHE 2024 annual earnings

scale £50k

This vacancy

£40,980

UK sector median

£32,865

UK sector mean

£39,351

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👤 For Candidates

AI & future-of-work guidance

🤖 Enhance with AI

›Use mobile apps for digital record-keeping on site
›Leverage AI-driven scheduling for team task planning
›Apply digital tools for compliance and safety checks

📈 Disruption outlook

1 yr

5 yrs

10 yrs

% risk of significant disruption

🎓 Learn now

📚 For full-time, part-time & evening courses on the Isle of Man, visit University College Isle of Man (UCM)

🏢 For Employers

Strategic hiring options & technology alternatives

🔄 Alternatives

💻 TechnologyDigital Work Management Apps

Streamline task assignment and compliance tracking digitally

🤖 AI AgentAI Inspection Tools

Automate plant health and safety monitoring reports

⚡ Recommendation

⚡ Augment role

Physical and supervisory tasks resist automation; digital tools boost efficiency

Microsoft Copilot & M365

Power Automate

Automate compliance and maintenance record workflows

Copilot for Excel

Simplify and analyse maintenance logs

Microsoft Teams

Coordinate team schedules and public communications

Key Skills

HorticultureAdvancedHealth and SafetyAdvancedManual HandlingAdvancedTeamworkAdvancedAttention to DetailIntermediateAdministration and ManagementIntermediateDrivingIntermediateActive ListeningIntermediateClericalIntermediateCleaningIntermediatePesticide ApplicationIntermediate

Knowledge Areas

Horticulture and GroundskeepingHealth and Safety ProceduresAdministrative ProceduresClient Service and Relationship ManagementReporting and DocumentationLocal Government and Market DynamicsTeam Leadership and Collaboration

O*NET Competency Skills

Operation and Control