About the role
Landscapers work with establishing and maintaining green areas such as gardens, parks, and other landscape spaces. They may have undergone vocational training in gardening or landscape construction, often at the secondary education level or through vocational colleges. Their work contributes to aesthetic and functional outdoor environments.Responsibilities
Landscapers are responsible for planning and executing construction projects, from soil preparation to planting and the installation of features such as paving stones. They take care of plants and trees, and perform maintenance work such as pruning and watering. They also ensure that their work complies with environmental and safety regulations.Skills and tools
Landscapers need knowledge in botany, soil science, and the ability to handle various machines and tools such as excavators, hedge trimmers, and lawn mowers. They must be creative in their design, have good physical ability, and be able to work in various weather conditions. Knowledge about sustainability and ecology is often important in the profession. Common competencies demanded by employers are trädgårdsskötsel, stensättning and anläggningsarbete.