Gardener - Epsom, Surrey

Royal Automobile Club; Epsom; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a prestigious gardening team at a leading club in Epsom, managing gardens across 350 acres. This role involves general maintenance, soft and hard landscaping, and working closely with experienced gardeners. Ideal for passionate individuals with a full driving licence and relevant gardening experience.

Benefits

40-hour week with overtime

Free meals on duty

Birthday day off

European RAC cover

Interest-free season ticket loan

Employer-paid health cash plan

Staff fund

24/7 Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Experience managing annuals, perennials, and shrubs.
• Full driving licence is essential.
• Comfortable working in all weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Maintain gardens to the required standard.
• Collaborate with the Head Gardener on garden upkeep.
• Perform tasks in accordance with best practices.

Skills

Identifying plant pests and diseases

Using handheld machinery

Managing annuals, perennials, shrubs

Plant names and identification

Education

PA1 & PA6 Qualification

Job description

Join Our Prestigious Gardening Team at The Royal Automobile Club

Are you a passionate gardener looking for an exciting new opportunity? The Royal Automobile Club, an exclusive world-class private members club, is seeking a talented Gardener to join our esteemed Gardening team at our stunning Epsom clubhouse.

Benefits of working at the Royal Automobile Club:

• 40-hour week with overtime
• Free meals on duty
• Birthday day off (additional to holiday entitlement)
• European RAC cover
• Interest-free season ticket loan
• Employer-paid health cash plan
• Staff fund
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme

About the Role:

As a Gardener at The Royal Automobile Club, you'll be working on 350 acres of breathtaking landscape. This is a unique opportunity that encompasses not only general garden maintenance but also elements of soft and hard landscaping and the creation of bespoke planting schemes.

Working Hours:

• Monday – Friday: 6.00am-2:30pm
• Every 6 weeks: 2 half days on Saturday and Sunday

Responsibilities:

• Maintain gardens to the required standard
• Collaborate with the Head Gardener on garden upkeep
• Perform tasks in accordance with the Club’s best practices (beds, borders, hedges, lawns, and containers)

About You:

• Full driving licence essential
• Experience managing annuals, perennials, shrubs, etc.
• Skilled in identifying plant pests and diseases
• Proficient in using handheld machinery
• Comfortable working in all weather conditions
• Experience with early start times
• Knowledge of plant names and identification, Latin preferable
• PA1 & PA6 Qualification

Heritage- Our rich motoring, social, sporting and architectural heritage runs through the fabric and the nature of the Club
Excellence- Excellence is not an achievement; it is something we strive for every day.
Accountability- Taking ownership of our work, meeting our own high standards, honouring our commitments and acting with professionalism.
Respect- Showing consideration and understanding to our members and colleagues.
Trust– Acting with fairness, honesty and integrity.
Sustainability– Actively contribute to reducing our environmental impact, improving our operational efficiency and continuing to build our reputation.

Please visit our website for more information about our Club Vision and Values.

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