Gardener / Grounds Maintenance – Experience is essential for this role as it mainly consists of Tree, Shrub, Hedge and Lawncare, with some work on the herbaceous borders and maintenance of gutters, path clearance, leaf blowing etc. This Role is Full-Time/Year-Round.
We are looking for a friendly, self-motivated and reliable Grounds Maintenance / Gardener to work in our substantial private garden set in a beautiful location alongside the River Wylye. The successful candidate should have a genuine interest in gardening and horticulture and to enjoy helping towards improving the grounds and garden each season and Ideally have RHS gardening qualifications or to be able to display experience through work to the same level. You would need to be happy to work alone most days and to be able to work with others as and when needed. A practical skill for odd jobs would also be a bonus. The owners are keen gardeners and enjoy working in the gardens as much as possible.
Responsibilities would include:
- Lawn Cutting
- Hedge Pruning/Trimming
- Weeding
- Strimming
- Keeping grounds tidy and clean
- Clearing gutters
- Leaf blowing
- Small maintenance jobs
You Should have:
- Grounds Maintenance Experience - Essential
- Minimum 3 years experience in a role of this kind
- Experience with garden machinery operation
- Driving license and ability to travel to Wylye
- An interest in gardening and plants
- Your own accommodation
Work Schedule
- Monday to Friday
- 8am to 4.30pm
- No weekends
- Full time all year round
Benefits
- 28 days leave
- Pensions Scheme
Pay
£20.00ph
Please note there is no accommodation offered with this position and candidates will need their own transport to drive to the property.
This position is to start as soon as possible.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From £20.00 per hour
Expected hours: 42.5 per week
Application question(s):
- Please confirm you have experience with Tree, Shrub, Hedge and Lawncare. (Horticulture)
Experience:
- Horticulture: 3 years (preferred)
Work Location: In person