Live out Gardener Job

Greycoat Lumleys; Newbury; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Greycoat Lumleys is seeking a live-out gardener to tend an 80-acre estate near Newbury, Berkshire. The role focuses on a mix of formal and informal spaces, with a pro-active, pride-driven approach and strong horticultural knowledge.

The position runs Monday to Friday, 8am to 4pm, with a start date in November/December. Driving and own car are essential. Salary ranges from £40,000 to £45,000 depending on experience.

Qualifications

• Horticultural background and knowledge.
• Specific vegetable growing skills.

Responsibilities

• Care of raised beds
• Care of fruit trees
• Care of the Vegetable Garden
• Flower beds
• Cutting garden and border
• Care of the planted orchard
• Walled garden
• Climbing roses
• Lawns, hedges and shrubs
• Woodland management
• Care of pond/water feature
• Maintenance and DIY
• Use and maintenance of all machinery
• Occasional care of chickens

Job description

Live out Gardener Job, Near Newbury - Berkshire

We have a lovely position for a knowledgeable and dedicated gardener to take care of a 80 acre estate. The garden has just 2-3 acres of formal garden and requires a pro-active person to maintain it. The right candidate will be working alongside the client who is very much involved. The ideal candidate for this role will have a Horticultural background and knowledge, as well as specific vegetable growing skills. A happy disposition and a ‘can do’, flexible attitude is essential. The client is looking for someone who loves their job and takes real pride in their work. Discretion and trustworthiness is vital.

Responsibilities, but not limited to:

• Care of raised beds

• Care of fruit trees

• Care of the Vegetable Garden

• Flower beds

• Cutting garden and boarder

• Care of the planted orchard

• Walled garden

• Climbing roses

• Lawns, hedges and shrubs

• Woodland management

• Care of pond/water feature

• Maintenance and DIY

• Use and maintenance of all machinery

• Occasional care of chickens

Driving: Essential, must have own car

Start date: November/December

Working week: Monday – Friday, 8am - 4pm (must be flexible)

Salary: £40,000 - £45,000 depending on experience