Estate Gardener: Historic Grounds & Horticulture

ECG Limited; England; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A horticultural establishment in Shropshire is seeking an Estates Gardener to maintain the gardens and grounds. The successful candidate will work alongside the Head Gardener, performing tasks such as pruning, planting, and maintaining garden features. Ideal applicants will have at least two years of horticultural experience, a minimum level 2 qualification, and excellent plant knowledge. Additional skills in machinery maintenance and driving compact tractors are desirable. This opportunity offers a competitive remuneration package based on expertise and experience.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years of horticultural experience in a private estate or garden.
• Ability to deliver high-quality horticulture consistently.
• Experience driving compact tractors and using various tools.

Responsibilities

• Work with the Head Gardener to deliver the work programme.
• Undertake various horticultural tasks such as pruning, planting, and watering.
• Maintain garden features and tools.

Skills

Horticultural expertise

Excellent plant knowledge

Team working skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Education

Minimum level 2 horticultural qualification (NVQ/RHS or equivalent)

Tools

Compact tractors

Horticultural tools

Job description

A horticultural establishment in Shropshire is seeking an Estates Gardener to maintain the gardens and grounds. The successful candidate will work alongside the Head Gardener, performing tasks such as pruning, planting, and maintaining garden features. Ideal applicants will have at least two years of horticultural experience, a minimum level 2 qualification, and excellent plant knowledge. Additional skills in machinery maintenance and driving compact tractors are desirable. This opportunity offers a competitive remuneration package based on expertise and experience.