Overview
We are seeking a skilled horticulturist and gardener to join our team in maintaining and enhancing the gardens of our property on the Windsor/Bucks border. The ideal candidate will have proven gardening and landscaping experience, with excellent knowledge of plant care, cultivation, and seasonal planting, alongside proficiency with horticultural tools and machinery.
Key Responsibilities
- Carry out all aspects of gardening including:
- Planting, bedding maintenance, and seasonal displays
- Tree cutting, pruning, and routine watering
- Hedge trimming, mowing, and lawn care
- Regular weeding and planting of new plants
- Fertilising, potting and repotting plants, and relocating plants as needed
- Specialist bonsai care (pruning, watering, and shaping)
- Operate and maintain gardening tools and machinery such as mowers, strimmers, and other handheld tools
- Perform routine garden care with a focus on plant health and cultivation
- Ensure all gardening work is carried out with safety and environmental considerations
- Collaborate with other staff and team leaders to coordinate gardening schedules
- Report any garden-related issues, hazards, or plant health concerns to the appropriate personnel
Requirements
- Minimum 1 year’s proven experience as a gardener or horticulturist
- Strong horticultural knowledge including plant care and seasonal practices
- Proficiency with horticultural hand tools and power equipment
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Strong attention to detail in all tasks related to gardening
- Positive and proactive attitude
- Car driver essential due to necessity to drive work vehicles
- Physical stamina and ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions
Shift Pattern
- 10-hour shifts per day
- 1-hour paid lunch break included
- 5 working days per week
- Required to work 3 weekends out of every 4
Applications
We are looking for an immediate starter. Interviews will be conducted on a rolling basis, and the position may close before the advertised deadline once a suitable candidate has been appointed. Early applications are strongly encouraged.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: £31,750.00-£36,750.00 per year
Benefits:
- On-site gym
- On-site parking
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Slough SL2: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:
- Gardening: 1 year (required)
- Bonsai Care: 1 year (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
- Driving Licence (required)
- DBS Certificate (preferred)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
