Estate Services Gardener

LLOYD'S REGISTER INTERNATIONAL; Reading; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company van

30 days annual leave

Two volunteering days

Discount portal & benefits

Life assurance

Pension contribution

Job summary

Peabody is seeking an Estate Services Gardener to maintain outdoor spaces across our estates in Reading. You will perform grounds maintenance, plant seasonal beds, and keep lawns trimmed with confidence using powered tools.

The role requires a full UK driving licence and a Basic DBS check. You will work with a friendly team, helping residents enjoy well-kept green spaces and representing Peabody on site.

Qualifications

• Solid horticultural experience and confidence using powered gardening tools.
• Full, clean UK manual driving licence.
• Basic DBS check required.

Responsibilities

• Tackle scheduled grounds maintenance tasks: trim hedges, plant seasonal beds, mow lawns, control weeds.
• Dispose of green waste responsibly and in line with regulations.
• Collaborate with colleagues and residents to maintain estate outdoor spaces.
• Support team in creating welcoming, well-kept environments.

Skills

Gardening experience

Powered tools

Driving licence

Job description

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Estate Services Gardener

Vacancy Reference peabodygroup/TP/44900/1360

Our Vacancy

Join Our Gardening Team at Peabody – Where Every Day is a Breath of Fresh Air

Do you enjoy working outdoors, getting hands-on with nature, and making green spaces shine? If so, we’ve got a role that’s right up your street.

As an Estate Services Gardener, your day might begin with tackling scheduled grounds maintenance tasks—trimming hedges, planting vibrant seasonal beds, mowing lawns, and keeping weeds under control. You’ll be involved in all kinds of horticultural activities, helping to keep our estates looking their best. You’ll also play a key role in ensuring green waste is disposed of responsibly and in line with regulations.

You’ll be part of a friendly, hard-working team that’s passionate about creating beautiful environments. Working closely with colleagues and residents, you’ll help shape Peabody’s outdoor spaces into places people are proud to call home.

And here’s a little extra: you can refer friends to any of our roles once employed at Peabody and you will receive £250 when they commence employment!

What makes you a great fit?

• You’re a people person who enjoys working outdoors in all weather.
• You’ve got solid horticultural experience and are confident using powered gardening tools.
• You’re reliable, proactive, and take pride in your work.
• You hold a full, clean UK manual driving licence.

What’s in it for you?

• A company van to help you carry out your duties
• 30 days’ annual leave (plus bank holidays)
• Two paid volunteering days each year
• Access to a flexible benefits scheme and discount portal
• Life assurance at four times your salary
• Up to 10% pension contribution

This role requires a Basic DBS check and a full UK driving licence.

Come and grow your career with us!

If you’ve got questions, feel free to contact Mike Sugrue, Talent Specialist, at mike.sugrue @peabody.org.uk.

Interviews will be held via Teams week commencing 21st September

Please note: Peabody is not a licensed UK sponsor, so we’re unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role.