About this role
Estate Gardener, Windsor Park Surrey, £35k to £37k GPA
Experienced gardener sought to join a skilled, committed grounds team working to exceptional standards. Much of the work is in a formal garden, so hands-on experience with topiary, rose gardens and herbaceous borders is essential. Experience of caring for newly developed landscapes would be a real advantage, as parts of the estate are still settling in.
This role suits a methodical, practical gardener who takes pride in precise, detailed work and is equally comfortable working independently or as part of a close team.
ResponsibilitiesAll aspects of grounds and garden maintenance across the estate, with a focus on formal areasOperating ride-on mowers, strimmers, blowers and hedge cuttersCare and upkeep of hand tools and machineryManaging and making effective use of irrigation systemsLiaising with estate management and external contractors as neededRequirementsProven experience with topiary, rose gardens and herbaceous bordersFormal horticultural qualificationPA1 and PA6 spraying certificatesFull, clean UK driving licenceBroad knowledge of estate gardening, including irrigation systemsWell organised, with a practical and methodical approachA good communicator with a positive attitudeExperience with newly developed landscapes (desirable)
Salary: £35k – £37k GPA DOE, with a discretionary annual bonus after successful completion of probation
Hours: Full-time, 8am to 4pm, five consecutive days per week on a rota that may include weekends
Annual Leave: 28 days' annual leave inclusive of bank holidays, rising by one day for each full year of service to a maximum of 33