Estate Gardener: Parkland & Lawn Care Specialist

ECG Limited; Andover; On-site; GBP 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious estate near Andover is seeking a skilled Gardener to join the Gardens & Parkland Team. The role involves maintaining the beauty of the parkland, operating various gardening machinery, and ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations. Ideal candidates should have experience in horticulture, excellent physical stamina, and effective communication skills. A competitive salary of up to £35,000 is offered, alongside a dynamic working environment, including occasional flexible hours.

Qualifications

• Experience in amenity horticulture or groundsmanship.
• Practical expertise in lawn care and landscaping techniques.
• Valid UK driver's license is required.

Responsibilities

• General garden care and maintenance under the Team Leader.
• Regular watering, weeding, and fertilizing of plants.
• Perform lawn pest and disease control.

Skills

Lawn care expertise

Attention to detail

Strong work ethic

Communication skills

Physical stamina

Education

RHS Level 2 qualification or equivalent

Horticulture or groundsmanship certification

Tools

Chainsaw maintenance

Large ride-on and pedestrian lawn mowers

Turf care machinery

Tractor operation

Job description

A prestigious estate near Andover is seeking a skilled Gardener to join the Gardens & Parkland Team. The role involves maintaining the beauty of the parkland, operating various gardening machinery, and ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations. Ideal candidates should have experience in horticulture, excellent physical stamina, and effective communication skills. A competitive salary of up to £35,000 is offered, alongside a dynamic working environment, including occasional flexible hours.