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City of London Corporation; Okotoks; On-site; CAD 62,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of London Corporation is seeking an experienced Gardener to maintain gardens and open green spaces across its housing estates to a high standard. This is a practical, resident-focused role that supports the enjoyment, recreation and safety of residents and visitors.

The working days are Monday to Friday 8am-4pm with a 1‑hour break. The post requires lone working and a Basic DBS check, and the organisation is committed to safeguarding residents and visitors.

Qualifications

• A horticultural or other relevant professional qualification (preferred), or substantial equivalent professional experience.
• Substantial professional experience of gardening or grounds maintenance to a high standard.
• Experience of safely using horticultural machinery and identifying minor faults.
• Good knowledge of health and safety in gardening and grounds maintenance.
• Good written and verbal communication skills with residents and colleagues.
• Flexible, self-motivated, able to work in a team or on own initiative.
• Basic IT skills including mobile devices and email.
• Understanding of the needs of social housing residents and providing a professional service.

Responsibilities

• Maintain gardens and open green spaces to a high standard across estates.
• Work in a practical, resident-focused role supporting enjoyment, recreation and safety.
• Operate horticultural machinery safely and responsibly.
• Collaborate with colleagues to ensure consistent estate maintenance.

Skills

Horticultural qualification

Extensive grounds maintenance

Machinery operation safety

Health and safety knowledge

Communication skills

Teamwork and initiative

Basic IT skills

Understanding of social housing needs

Education

Horticultural qualification (preferred)

Job description

Gardener

• Company: City of London Corporation
• Salary: £33230-36500 per annum
• Hours: Full-time
• Location: Southbank Estates, SE1 0BH
• Job type: Permanent
• Posting date: 18 Sept 2026
• Closing date: 2 Oct 2026

The City of London Corporation is looking for an experienced and motivated Gardener to help maintain gardens and open green spaces across its housing estates to a high standard. This is a practical, resident-focused role that supports the enjoyment, recreation and safety of residents and visitors.

About you

• a horticultural or other relevant professional qualification (preferred), or substantial equivalent professional experience
• substantial professional experience of gardening or grounds maintenance to a high standard
• experience of safely using horticultural machinery, such as lawnmowers, strimmers and hedge cutters, including identifying and resolving minor faults
• good knowledge of health and safety in gardening and grounds maintenance, including safe use of equipment, chemicals and manual handling
• good written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate effectively with colleagues and residents
• a flexible, self-motivated approach, with the ability to work as part of a team and on your own initiative
• basic IT skills, including the use of mobile devices and email
• an understanding of the needs of social housing residents and a commitment to providing a professional service.

Working arrangements

The working days are Monday to Friday 8am-4pm with a 1‑hour break. The role is physically demanding and involves regular outdoor work throughout the year in a range of weather conditions. It also requires lone working for periods of time.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act and as part of the selection process the successful applicant will be required to obtain a Basic Disclosure & Barring Service check.

The City of London Corporation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

The City of London Corporation is currently undergoing a programme to ensure that our pay and reward practices are competitive and equitable across the whole organisation, to ensure that everyone has the opportunity to thrive in the work that we do.

Closing date: 23:59pm on 2 October 2026.

Interviews will be held 20 October 2026.

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