Experienced Gardener

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

Job summary

An exceptional opportunity awaits for a skilled Experienced Gardener to join a dedicated team at a prestigious estate. This hands-on role involves maintaining stunning gardens, operating specialized machinery, and managing irrigation systems to support vibrant plant collections. If you have a passion for horticulture and a keen eye for detail, this is the perfect chance to contribute to the beauty and refinement of newly developed landscapes. Join a collaborative environment where your expertise will play a vital role in shaping remarkable outdoor spaces. Embrace this rare opportunity to work in a prestigious setting and make a lasting impact.

Benefits

Discretionary Annual Bonus

Enhanced DBS Check Covered by Employer

Qualifications

• In-depth understanding of estate gardening in formal settings.
• Recognised horticultural qualification and PA1/PA6 spraying certificates.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and present gardens to the highest standard throughout the year.
• Operate and maintain specialist gardening machinery.

Skills

Horticultural Knowledge

Communication Skills

Attention to Detail

Teamwork

Independent Work

Education

Recognised Horticultural Qualification

Tools

Ride-on Mowers

Strimmers

Blowers

Hedge Cutters

Irrigation Systems

Job description

An exceptional opportunity has arisen for a highly skilled Experienced Gardener to join a dedicated and motivated team maintaining the stunning formal gardens of a prestigious family-owned estate. The estate features beautifully designed landscapes, including intricate topiary, flourishing rose gardens, and vibrant herbaceous borders. Newly developed landscapes are also part of the estate, offering an exciting chance to contribute to their ongoing care and refinement.

You will play a key role in ensuring the estate’s gardens are presented to the highest standard throughout the year, working with a team that shares your passion for horticulture.

This Experienced Gardener role is perfect for someone who takes pride in their work, enjoys working as part of a passionate horticultural team, and is committed to creating and nurturing beautiful outdoor spaces.

This hands-on role involves operating and maintaining specialist machinery, including ride-on mowers, strimmers, blowers, and hedge cutters, while ensuring all tools remain in excellent condition. Managing and maintaining the estate’s irrigation systems will be essential in supporting the health and vitality of its stunning plant collections and immaculate lawns. You will also contribute to the care and refinement of newly developed garden areas, applying your expertise to shape and enhance these evolving landscapes. Collaboration with estate managers and external contractors will be key to ensuring the smooth running of all horticultural operations, making this an exciting and dynamic role for an experienced professional.

Minimum Requirements:

1. In-depth understanding of estate gardening with a strong background in formal settings.
2. Recognised horticultural qualification.
3. PA1 and PA6 spraying certificates.
4. Hands-on experience in managing irrigation systems.
5. Confident communicator with a proactive and positive approach.
6. Organised and methodical mindset.
7. Ability to work independently and as part of a close-knit team.
8. Keen eye for detail and dedication to maintaining exceptional horticultural standards.
9. Experience in shaping and nurturing newly developed landscapes is highly beneficial.
10. Full UK driving licence is required.

This is a full-time position, with working hours from 08:00 to 16:00. The role involves a five-day working week, which may include weekends as part of a rota. The salary offered is up to £35,000 per annum, depending on experience, with a discretionary annual bonus following a successful probationary period.

An enhanced DBS check, which will be covered by the employer, and the signing of a Non-Disclosure Agreement are required as part of the employment terms.

This is a rare and exciting opportunity to work within a prestigious estate, contributing to its ongoing development, refinement, and beauty. As a member of a highly skilled team, you will play a vital role in shaping and maintaining a truly remarkable setting, combining your expertise with your passion for horticulture.

SALARY: circa £35,000 DOE

LOCATION: Egham, Surrey

JOB No: EC66787

If this Experienced Gardener is of interest, please click ‘Apply for job’ below or contact Jay Rimell on 01233 733510 or email [e-mail]

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