Gardener

Fairmont Hotels And Resorts; Southampton; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Wellness program

Travel discounts

Job summary

Fairmont Southampton is seeking a Gardener to maintain the golf course and resort grounds, ensuring top playability, safety, and beauty. You will assist with turf care, planting, pruning, pest control, and landscaping across a luxury resort environment.

Responsibilities include daily course preparation, fertilizer/pesticide application per safety rules, irrigation monitoring, equipment upkeep, and collaboration with Golf and Maintenance teams to support events and guest experiences.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2+ years of experience in gardening, landscaping, or turf management, preferably in a luxury hotel, resort, or golf course setting.
• Knowledge of horticulture, plant care, turf management, and pest control techniques.
• High school diploma or equivalent; relevant certifications in horticulture or landscaping are an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the golf course and resort grounds to ensure optimal playability, appearance, and safety.
• Prepare the golf course for play each morning, including mowing, watering, and grooming of fairways, greens, and tees.
• Apply fertilizers, pesticides, and other treatments in accordance with safety standards and environmental regulations.
• Maintain walkways, pathways, driveways, and public areas to ensure they are safe and accessible.
• Plant, trim, prune, and care for flowers, shrubs, trees, and other vegetation.
• Maintain flower beds, gardens, and landscaped areas, ensuring a clean and visually appealing environment.
• Operate, maintain, and repair garden tools, machinery, and equipment safely and efficiently.
• Monitor irrigation systems and adjust as needed to maintain proper hydration of turf and plants.
• Collaborate with Golf, Grounds, and Maintenance teams to ensure operational efficiency.
• Perform other duties as assigned by Golf Superintendent or management.

Skills

Gardening

Groundskeeping

Turf management

Pest control

Plant care

Irrigation systems

Equipment operation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Landscaping machinery

Power tools

Irrigation systems

Fertilizers & pesticides handling

Job description

We invite you to join the world of luxury hospitality at Fairmont Southampton as out new Gardener. Reporting to the Golf Superintendent, the Gardener is responsible for the maintenance, care, and aesthetic appeal of the hotel grounds, gardens, and golf course. This includes turf management, planting, pruning, pest control, and general landscaping duties to ensure a safe, inviting, and picturesque environment for all guests and team members., Grounds & Golf Course Maintenance

Golf Course & Resort Grounds

• Maintain the golf course and resort grounds to ensure optimal playability, appearance, and safety.
• Prepare the golf course for play each morning, including mowing, watering, and grooming of fairways, greens, and tees.
• Apply fertilizers, pesticides, and other treatments in accordance with safety standards and environmental regulations.
• Maintain walkways, pathways, driveways, and public areas to ensure they are safe and accessible at all times.

Gardening & Landscaping

• Plant, trim, prune, and care for flowers, shrubs, trees, and other vegetation.
• Maintain flower beds, gardens, and landscaped areas, ensuring a clean and visually appealing environment.
• Assist with seasonal planting, special landscaping projects, and resort beautification initiatives.

Equipment & Safety

• Operate, maintain, and repair garden tools, machinery, and equipment safely and efficiently.
• Ensure compliance with all health, safety, and environmental regulations.
• Monitor irrigation systems and adjust as needed to maintain proper hydration of turf and plants.

Team & Operational Support

• Assist with special events, golf tournaments, and resort projects requiring landscaping support.
• Collaborate with the Golf, Grounds, and Maintenance teams to ensure operational efficiency.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Golf Superintendent or management.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Experience

• Minimum 2+ years of experience in gardening, landscaping, or turf management, preferably in a luxury hotel, resort, or golf course setting.
• Knowledge of horticulture, plant care, turf management, and pest control techniques.

Education

• High school diploma or equivalent; relevant certifications in horticulture or landscaping are an advantage.
• Familiarity with safe handling of fertilizers, pesticides, and landscaping chemicals.

Competencies, Knowledge & Skills

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced outdoor environment.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Competent in operating landscaping machinery, power tools, and irrigation systems.

Personal Attributes, Culture & Values

• Detail-oriented with a passion for maintaining beautiful and safe outdoor spaces.
• Reliable, proactive, and solution-focused.
• Committed to providing an exceptional guest experience through high-quality grounds maintenance.
• Embrace the Fairmont brand promise and luxury in your role and in all your interactions.
• Foster an inclusive environment where every individual feels valued and respected.

Circumstances

• Flexibility to work a variety of shifts including evenings, weekends, holidays, extended hours and perform physically demanding outdoor work in all weather conditions as required by operational needs.

Fairmont Hotels & Resorts

Join a dynamic team and be part of a network of 90 spectacular properties, and 34 more in the pipeline, in 30 countries around the globe. Our properties are located from the beaches of Hawaii to the unspoiled national parks of Canada, to the heart of London, to the deserts of the United Arab Emirates.

#BeLimitless, Join our team and enjoy a range of exclusive colleague perks, including complimentary upgrades, extended stays, discounted stays across Fairmont & Raffles properties, special dining and wellness discounts, and added luxuries to enhance your experience. We believe in taking care of our team, ensuring that your hard work is rewarded with exceptional benefits.

About Fairmont Southampton

Are you ready to join a team that thrives on excellence and embraces limitless potential? Fairmont Southampton, Bermuda's largest resort, invites exceptional individuals to be part of our award-winning team and shape the future of hospitality. Following a multi-million-dollar renovation, our 593-room resort is Bermuda's largest, featuring nine restaurants, a 30,000-square-foot spa, an 18-hole par three golf course and a captivating Beach Club. Opportunities for growth and success are boundless. Our culture emphasizes respect, teamwork, and professionalism, supported by comprehensive benefits. Join our diverse and inclusive team, where your unique talents and perspectives are celebrated. Dare to go beyond the ordinary, unlock your potential and make a lasting impact at Fairmont Southampton. Together, let us create memories that exceed expectations.

What’s in it for you?

• Opportunities for growth and development, mentorship, and international mobility
• Health insurance, retirement savings plans, and comprehensive wellness programs
• Worldwide travel discounts and preferred rates across the Accor portfolio
• A supportive, inclusive culture grounded in respect, teamwork, and professional development

Our Values

Respect: We value the needs, ideas and individuality of others. We treat everyone with fairness and dignity.

Excellence: We make genuine connections, and we cherish every opportunity to make the people around us feel special.

Belonging: We celebrate our differences. We support each other and we always stand together.

Empowerment: We have authority to take initiative and anticipate moments that create unforgettable experiences.

Integrity: We build trust through mutual respect and being authentic.

Our team and working environment: Fairmont Southampton is a premier luxury resort and regarded as a leader in the hospitality industry. Our mission is to turn moments into memories for our Guests.

An exciting hospitality career awaits you if you are committed to providing our Guests with an authentically local experience through providing warm and engaging service.

Our Heartists work cohesively as part of the team in a demanding, multi-cultural diverse environment.

Our commitment to Diversity & Inclusion: Fairmont is committed to creating an inclusive environment where diverse talent thrives. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds to join our team.