Gardener
An incredible opportunity has arisen for a knowledgeable and trained Gardener with experience to be part of the journey of the creation and development of a prestigious garden set on the grounds of a large Grade II* listed Georgian house located near Preston; with the objective being to create a new garden of national importance enhancing the setting and architecture of the house which was built in stages starting in the early 1700s and, coming with it, a rich history. This position is full-time and permanent.
Previously being used for commercial use, the current owner purchased the property in 2020 with the view to create a beautiful, private, family home with a 5-to-7-year plan set in place with an expected cost in the region of £15m. They are currently undergoing extensive restoration and refurbishment using a wide variety of highly skilled teams across the board. For the gardens, they have recruited the expertise of a highly accomplished landscape architect and garden designer who has worked on several prestigious projects across the globe. Their unique and distinguished style has won the highest accolades including many Chelsea Flower Show gold medals, some of which were awarded best in show.
Set within 16 acres, the grounds include 3 ancient woodlands which will be preserved as part of the ongoing woodland management plan. The remaining garden will contain a huge range of elements including realignment of the driveway and creation of an arrival court, reinstated pond with an island teahouse, formal terraces, rose and topiary garden, croquet lawn and tennis court, kitchen and cutting garden with a glasshouse and polytunnels, deep walled beds and much more planned.
The ideal candidate will have an eye for detail and a strong interest in getting involved in all aspects of the garden working under the guidance of the Head Gardener. Initially, the role will involve the ongoing maintenance of the existing gardens, but as and when the newly planned gardens are constructed and planted, these new areas will be handed over for ongoing maintenance by the resident grounds team. Tasks will include maintaining the lawns, hedge cutting, pruning, transplanting, weeding, etc.
The successful candidate will hold an academic horticultural qualification and have experience working on a large-scale garden. Excellent plant knowledge, an understanding of health and safety regulations and experience in the use and basic maintenance of hand tools and garden machinery is essential. Chainsaw licence, tractor, PA1 and PA6 and experience with powered tools are preferred but not essential.
This is an exciting opportunity for a gardener with experience to be part of a rare and incredible journey in the transformation of the gardens and grounds into a “gem” of the future.
SALARY: Circa £26,000 – £28,000 depending on experience
LOCATION: Preston, Lancashire
JOB No: EC58732
If this Gardener vacancy is of interest, please apply or contact David Sercombe on 01233 733510 or info@englishcountrygardeners.co.uk
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