Estate Groundskeeper & Horticulture Specialist

Tlc Care; Greenhill; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

TLC Care is seeking a dedicated Groundsman to maintain and improve the grounds of a private property in the Bushey area. You will perform day-to-day garden and grounds maintenance, with occasional project work such as creating plant beds and installing land drains, using your knowledge and initiative.

Applicants should have horticultural knowledge, general maintenance skills, and be able to work with or without supervision. Driving licence and basic admin English are important for this role.

Qualifications

• Horticultural/basic agricultural knowledge
• General maintenance knowledge
• Ability to work alone or with others
• Desirable if able to work with animals
• Driving licence and use of a vehicle
• Able to operate small agricultural vehicles
• Good spoken and written English

Responsibilities

• Grounds maintenance tasks: estate lawn care and vibrant appearance
• Maintain shrubbery and plant beds (seed or grown plants)
• Cure and maintain hard standing areas; remove weeds and jet wash paving
• Remove leaves, acorns and twigs to prevent staining and uneven growth
• Regular maintenance of drains and gutters to prevent blockages
• General DIY repairs as needed
• Handle plants and machinery
• Maintain grazing paddocks and hedgerows
• Maintain woodland in line with forestry commission regulations
• Grounds and greenhouse daily/monthly tasks

Job description

TLC Care is seeking a dedicated Groundsman to maintain and improve the grounds of a private property in the Bushey area. You will perform day-to-day garden and grounds maintenance, with occasional project work such as creating plant beds and installing land drains, using your knowledge and initiative.

Applicants should have horticultural knowledge, general maintenance skills, and be able to work with or without supervision. Driving licence and basic admin English are important for this role.