Gardener Couple
A delightful opportunity for an experienced gardener or gardening couple to work for a stunning private estate near Ripley in Surrey. The property is grade II listed, set within a shooting estate.
The established large garden comprises herbaceous borders, 2 mixed shrub and herbaceous gardens, arboretum, green houses, large kitchen and fruit garden that provides the house with fruit and vegetables, lawn and woodland.
Applicants would need to have experience in all or some aspects of the following: planting, pruning, lawn care, planting, propagating, growing vegetables, as well as general garden maintenance including weeding, strimming and hedge cutting. Strong plant knowledge is important.
The successful applicant will be passionate about their work, responsible, willing to learn and open for feedback. He / She will have the ability to work with little supervision and maintain a high level of performance, be dynamic and have the ability to problem solve with autonomy.
Practical experience with a full range of garden machinery is desired, as well as one of the gardeners holding a full driving licence is essential.
The working week is 40-hours per week, Monday to Friday with occasional weekend work on rota basis consisting of watering, dog caring and security duties. The position provides a beautiful newly built two-bedroom cottage onsite, with an outdoor area and all bills included. Regrettably no pets of their own. Generous salary depending on experience.
SALARY: £70,000 combined salary
LOCATION: Surrey
JOB No: EC59764
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