Estate & Grounds Maintenance Role

Mount St John Estate; York and North Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious private estate in North Yorkshire is seeking a Grounds Maintenance professional to help maintain its beautiful landscape. Candidates should have experience with hand and power tools, chainsaw certification, and a full UK driving licence. This role offers a 40-hour work week with seasonal adjustments, on-site accommodation if needed, and various employee benefits, including a pension scheme and holiday pay.

Benefits

Full PPE and uniform provided

28 days paid holiday

Pension scheme

Staff discount at Provenance Inns

Qualifications

• A full UK driving licence is required.
• Chainsaw operation skills are mandatory.
• Experience with herbicides and weed control expected.

Responsibilities

• Grass and formal lawn cutting and care.
• Weed control (including use of herbicides).
• Operating machinery such as tractors and excavators.

Skills

Use of hand and power tools

Chainsaw certification

Tractor driving experience

Telehandler certification

Excavator operation

Tools

Chainsaw

Tractor

Telehandler

360° excavator

Job description

Overview

Estate & Grounds Maintenance Role – Full-Time Opportunity

Location: Mount St John Estate, North Yorkshire

Accommodation: On-site apartment available if required.

An exciting and rare opportunity has become available to join the dedicated team working on one of England’s finest private gardens, set within a stunning private estate in North Yorkshire. Designed by renowned garden designer Tom Stuart-Smith, the gardens are a true showcase of horticultural excellence.

Following the departure of a valued long-standing team member, we are looking for a hardworking, enthusiastic, and practically minded individual to help maintain and enhance our beautiful landscape, which includes formal gardens, rolling pastures, woodlands, equestrian facilities, and associated estate properties.

Ideal Candidate

• Thrives working outdoors in all weather conditions
• Is physically fit, self-motivated, and demonstrates a mature approach to work
• Has a positive, can-do attitude with strong attention to detail
• Can work well independently or as part of a professional and committed team
• Has excellent timekeeping and organisational skills, capable of managing multiple tasks efficiently

Key Responsibilities

Your role will involve a wide variety of tasks, including but not limited to:

• Grass and formal lawn cutting and care
• Hedge cutting and pathway maintenance
• Weed control (including use of herbicides)
• Chainsaw work (storm damage clearance, small-scale woodland thinning)
• Operating machinery such as tracked chipper, tractors, telehandlers, 360° excavator
• Log processing and basic fencing repairs
• Leaf blowing and collection

Qualifications Required and/or Proven Experience

• Use of hand and power tools
• Full UK driving licence
• Chainsaw certification
• Chipper operation
• Tractor driving experience
• Telehandler certification
• PA1 and PA6 spraying certificates
• Excavator operation

Salary: £27,000 depending on experience.

What We Offer

• Full PPE and uniform provided
• 40-hour work week (Monday to Friday) with seasonal adjustments; occasional weekend work required
• 28 days paid holiday (including bank holidays)
• Staff discount at Provenance Inns
• Pension scheme
• Overtime opportunities
• On-site accommodation available if required

This is a unique chance to work in an inspiring setting. The estate spans approximately 1,200 acres of mixed livestock and woodland, surrounded by award-winning gardens, with a team passionate about excellence in garden and estate management. If you are committed, capable, and take pride in delivering high-quality work, we would love to hear from you.

Please apply today to join our exceptional team and be part of a truly special North Yorkshire Estate by emailing your covering letter and CV to [e-mail]