Job Overview
We are looking for experienced Gardeners to be part of team on a prestigious family owned estate. The job entails working largely within a formal garden setting and you must have experience with hedge cutting, working at heights and mowing as this is a large part of the role. A Sharp eye for detail to keep large gardens healthy and ready for guests, experience of maintaining newly developed landscapes would also be an advantage.
Responsibilities
- To undertake all aspects of grounds and garden maintenance
- Use of ride-on mowers, strimmer’s, blowers and hedge cutters
- Maintenance of hand tools and machinery
- Record tasks and report progress to the head gardener
- Monitor plant health and identify any pests or diseases that may affect the garden's integrity.
- Strong plant knowledge and solid lawn care skills.
- Organized, detail focused, and comfortable working outdoors year round.
- Clear communicator who can work without close supervision.
Skills
- Broad knowledge of Gardening ideally 5 years plus and proven experience in private gardens
- Formal Horticultural qualification is preferred
- PA1 and PA6 spraying certificate
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Free parking
- On-site parking
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Englefield Green TW20: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:
- Gardening: 3 years (required)
Licence/Certification:
- Driving Licence and own transport (required)
Work Location: In person