Skilled Gardener

Up to £40,000

West Oxfordshire

Description

The opportunity exists for a practical, enthusiastic, energetic and physically fit individual to join a multi-discipline team on a busy, Private Estate working under the guidance of the Family and the Head Gardener.

The gardens surrounding the Main House extend to approximately 14 acres comprising extensive lawns, pleasure grounds with mature treescape and bulb and wildflower underplanting, kitchen/cut flower gardens and herbaceous borders.

Within the historic parkland setting there is also a Walled Garden with a variety of fruit trees, which alongside the Kitchen Garden and a livestock enterprise, supplies a range of seasonal produce for the House and for Events.

Role and Responsibilities

Assisting the Head Gardener and the Gardens Team in the maintenance of all aspects of the Gardens and Grounds to include:

o   Lawn mowing.

o   Rough cutting.

o   Hedge Cutting.

o   Strimming.

o   Irrigation.

o   Herbaceous border and cut flower care.

o   Kitchen and Walled Garden maintenance and harvesting.

Required Skills

o   Valid Driving Licence.

o   Good communication.

o   Good understanding of Health & Safety and PPE.

Experience

Previous experience of the following will be an advantage:

o   Working in a dynamic Estate environment.

o   NVQ level 1 or 2 / RHS level 1 or 2 qualifications.

o   Use and maintenance of a range of ride on and pedestrian mowers.

o   Use and maintenance of chainsaws, hedge cutting and strimming equipment.

o   Integrated weed and pest management.

To apply, please submit a CV and brief covering letter outlining your experience and interest in the role.

This private advert is being managed directly by the employer. English Country Gardeners are not involved in the hiring process and are therefore unable to share any additional information on this role. If you have any questions regarding this position, the best course of action is to apply for the job which will open a line of communication with the employer.

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