Sole Gardener
Sole Gardener required
An enthusiastic and hands-on Sole Gardener is required on a full time and permanent basis to maintain and develop the gardens of a beautiful private Estate situated near Weybridge, Surrey. The property is set within approximately 4 acres and includes various formal lawns, mixed herbaceous planting, formally clipped yew and Buxus, wildflower area, pleached hedging, small vegetable garden, greenhouse, several espalier trained fruit trees and wall trained roses.
The gardens also contain a swimming pool and tennis court which are generally maintained by contractors. This is a sole gardener position; however, the successful candidate will be required to manage additional contractors when required. Although this garden is established there is plenty of opportunity for the new sole gardener to make an impression as the owners are open to new ideas with regards to its development.
The Sole Gardener will have a hands-on role in the daily care and continuous development of the garden. They will be confident planning and executing the seasonal maintenance of the gardens. The ideal candidate will have an academic horticultural qualification and at least 5 years’ experience working on a private estate. He / She will be able to identify a wide range of plants, pests and diseases, soil conditions, together with knowledge of their requirements to thrive. Ideally candidates will have experience maintaining herbaceous borders, topiary, and wildflower meadows. The successful candidate must be enthusiastic, physically fit, and confident working autonomously.
This is an excellent opportunity and would suit someone with a vision for maintaining and enhancing the garden as required. There is a wide range of garden machinery available for use and the gardener will have the ability to operate and carry out basic maintenance of the garden machinery. Generally, the gardens are maintained without the need for pesticides however, PA1 & PA6 qualifications would be useful for the control of weeds on the hard surfaces.
SALARY: Up to £30,000 DOE
LOCATION: Weybridge, Surrey
JOB No: EC54056
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Skilled Hard Landscaper
Skilled Hard Landscaper vacancy
Job Ref: M601
Our client is an independent and family run business based in Oxfordshire that is dedicated to installing gardens that suit each individual client, according to their needs, style, and budget. They specialize in the design and construction of bespoke gardens and are dedicated to creating stunning and life-enhancing spaces for their clients. As a small business they pride themselves on what they do and are constantly thriving to grow and give the best service they can provide. They are now looking for a Skilled Hard Landscaper to join their team and become part of the company’s growth.
Job Description:
The person appointed will be responsible for a variety of hard landscaping tasks where a high standard is essential. Tasks will include:
- Setting out the works from design drawings and plans.
- Site preparation including groundworks
- Brickwork
- Blockwork
- Paving
- Fencing
- Ensuring work is completed on time, and to a high standard of finish.
Key Skills:
Our client is looking for an enthusiastic person who will put all their creativity and imagination into their work, and be part of the talented team. Candidates must have excellent practical skills and several years’ experience in all areas of hard landscaping, with a good eye for detail and strong work ethic, able to demonstrate a successful track record of delivering high quality workmanship which is completed on time and within agreed budgets. It is also important that you have good communication skills, combined with a pro-active and flexible approach to your duties.
- A current driving licence is essential.
Working hours for this role are Monday to Friday 7:30am-4:30pm
This is a full time, permanent PAYE position, with all associated benefits.
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Groundsperson
Groundsperson required
A rare opportunity has arisen for a groundsperson, with knowledge and experience in lawn care, to join a small team on a beautiful privately owned garden in Oxford.
The garden is part of a shooting estate and consists of a walled garden, kitchen garden, rose garden, greenhouse for propagation work, extensive lawns both for ride on and fine mowing, topiary, hedges, herbaceous and mixed borders, shrubs and a variety of young and mature trees.
Working in collaboration with the Head Gardener, the ideal candidate will have excellent attention to detail and will have experience in keeping the grounds to an exceptional high standard. Previous experience of high end groundskeeping is essential and examples of previous work would be advantageous.
The owners are looking for a fantastic all-rounder who will possess & be able to demonstrate excellent grounds maintenance, lawn care and maintain the garden machinery.
Applicants must have a good working knowledge of cylinder, rotary and ride on mowing. Candidates with PA1/PA6 spraying certificates and chainsaw certificates would be advantageous, however, the owners would be willing to support the training if required. Attention to detail is important, so is dedication, commitment and genuine pride in a job well done is required of all applicants. A driving licence is required.
Excellent communication skills are a must as you will be working alongside other gardeners. Willingness to be adaptable and flexible in your daily duties is also essential due to the varied nature of the role.
Successful candidates will be required to complete a DBS check prior to employment.
SALARY: Up to £28,000 depending on experience
LOCATION: Oxford
JOB No: EC53696
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Skilled Gardener
Skilled Gardener required
An incredible opportunity has become available for a hands-on and driven skilled gardener to join a small team on a beautiful private garden designed by Tom Stuart Smith in Oxford. The welcoming family currently employ a talented Head Gardener, under whom the successful applicant will work on a full time and permanent basis.
The 25 - 30 acres garden is part of a shooting estate and consists of a walled garden, kitchen garden, rose garden, greenhouse for propagation work, extensive lawns both for ride on and fine mowing, topiary, hedges, herbaceous and mixed borders, shrubs and a variety of young and mature trees.
The Skilled gardener will work closely with a knowledgeable and friendly Head Gardener to maintain the garden to a high horticultural standard. He / She will be responsible for the general maintenance such as the mowing, weeding, hedge cutting, strimming and topiary work as well as maintain the specialised areas such as the borders and the finer horticultural aspects of the garden.
The successful applicant will have good horticultural knowledge and technical skills. PA1 / PA6 and chainsaw certificates would be advantageous, however, the owners would be willing to support the training if required. The gardener will be organised and enjoy working to a high standard. The ability to operate a range of garden machinery and good craft skills are essential for the role as well as a full UK driving licence.
The position would suit a gardener with a real passion for horticulture and has good attention to detail. He / She will be hands-on, physically fit and have the willingness to continue to grow as a horticulturalist.
Successful candidates will be required to complete a DBS check prior to employment.
SALARY: Up to £28,000 depending on experience
LOCATION: Oxford
JOB No: EC53695
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Garden Centre Associate
Garden Centre Associate required
Job Ref: ADV442
Lush Garden Co at Lavershot Barns, Windlesham
One of Surrey’s finest retail destinations, Lavershot Barns houses high quality lifestyle retailers in one place. Companies such as Lush Landscapes, Lush Garden Co, Pavilion Interiors, Whitestores, Aspiga, Lakeland and many other retail establishments are combined within this luxury location. The highly acclaimed Seasons Kitchen and Farm Shop are also nestled within this beautiful setting.
Role
Our Garden Centre business is rapidly expanding and as such, we are recruiting for an experienced Garden Centre Associate to join our busy team.
Overview
The role will include elements of customer service/stock movement and management/retail work. You'll be part of a team delivering exemplary customer service at all times. The successful candidate will be involved in the day to day running of this successful garden centre. With responsibilities including but not limited to – driving sales, tilling up, making sure the plant area is kept clean and tidy, helping with ordering, arranging customer deliveries, and leading the team by example.
The Ideal Candidate
This role is ideal for someone with experience in a commercial nursery background or has knowledge within the horticulture sector. In addition, you will have exceptional customer service skills and an ability to act quickly to changing priorities, workload and concepts.
The Roles & Responsibilities Include
- Liaising with customers pre and post purchase
- Working with the Garden Co management to manage stock levels, maintain the health of products and manage the merchandising of stock
- Unload deliveries as they arrive
- Follow instructions from Garden Co management and supervisors
- Process sales and payments
- Learning about the plants and extra products in the area you are working in.
- Understanding the services offered by Lush Landscapes, in order to explain and introduce them.
- To be a proactive member of the team, considering and suggesting ideas and opportunities for improvement across the board
- Possess a positive and energetic outlook
- Have a well-rounded knowledge of outdoor plants and relevant horticultural qualifications, in most aspects of gardening.
- A positive attitude, strong work ethic and the ability to carry out tasks willingly and with minimum supervision
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Skilled Gardener
Skilled Gardener required
Job Ref: ADV441
The Kilchoan estate is creating a world class park and gardens. The 15,000 estate, located on the north shore of Loch Melfort, has extensive native broadleaved woodlands, forestry, farmland and gardens.
We are looking for a skilled gardener, who can contribute towards the creation and maintenance of the gardens and policies. We are at an early and exciting stage in the development and the candidate must be competent in the planting & maintenance of a young and developing garden.
The gardens cover 30 acres and comprise of woodland, meadows and lawns, an arboretum featuring Chilean collection, kitchen garden, polytunnels & glass house, Himalayan Garden and manicured grounds around properties. We are starting to plant the gardens around the new estate house. The role will include work within all these areas.
We also house a collection of conservation importance on behalf of The International Conifer Conservation Program, the ideal candidate will have an understanding of ex-situ conservation collections and their importance.
As a skilled gardener, the candidate will be part of the team working under direction of the head of gardens or first gardener. Ideal skills are.
- Strong decision making ability.
- The capacity to work both alone and as part of the team.
- Working knowledge of machinery use and maintenance.
- Experience of lawn and ornamental care.
- Basic propagation skills.
- Keen to work on the west coast of Scotland and in all weather conditions.
- RHS level 2 or similar.
- 2-year practical experience preferred.
- Driving license.
- Chainsaw, PA1 & PA6 license desirable but not essential.
Please apply with CV or send questions to Head of Gardens - luke@kilchoanestate.co.uk
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Landscape Design Technician
Landscape Design Technician required
Job Ref: V002
Curiosity, enthusiasm and along with a childhood plant obsession led my client, a multi-award-winning garden designer, to create their well-established landscape design and build company over 20 years ago. Based in Surrey, with an impeccable reputation within the industry they work alongside clients and their expert team to design and build beautiful outdoor spaces. Simple, functional and within realistic budgets their style focuses on combining contemporary design with soft, cottage-style planting for their all-domestic clients. The wonderful outdoor spaces they create are no happy accident, they only come about through meticulous design, attention to detail and a continued understanding throughout the company that gardens are places to nurture and cherish. They are now looking for a Landscape Design Technician to join the team to help the continuation of the company’s success.
The Job:
The successful candidate will benefit from working alongside time-served industry professionals which will provide an idyllic springboard from which to grow and develop within the company. The position is a permanent position and remuneration shall be dependent on experience. The business is continuously growing and expanding, and as a business they encourage the team to help drive the company forward and grow with it too. An exciting time for the successful candidate to join! The successful candidate will be working on a variety of exciting private gardens within the UK.
Key Skills and attributes:
Excellent communication skills are essential, as is a genuine eye for detail and the ability to work to tight deadlines. The successful candidate must be highly motivated with a willingness to learn, be a real team player with energy and enthusiasm, and possess the drive and ambition to develop the role.
- A qualification in Landscape Architecture or equivalent professional experience working in a landscape design studio.
- Dedicated, organised, self-motivated and willing to work across a range of projects.
- Excellent communication and coordination skills.
- Ability to work effectively both individually and with a team.
- Can work under pressure and to the highest standard for project deadlines.
- Experience in InDesign/Vectorworks, Microsoft Office and Adobe Suite.
- Exceptional attention to detail.
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Head Gardener
Head Gardener required
Job Ref: ADV440
Stephen Ogilvie Garden Design are looking for an enthusiastic, creative and qualified head gardener to join our growing horticultural team, handling a portfolio of stunning private gardens and estates in and around Edinburgh.
The successful Head Gardener candidate will have excellent plant, pest and diseases identification skills, knowledge of how and when to prune shrubs and trees, how to care for herbaceous borders and experience of planting new gardens. There are opportunities to design new borders and subsequent planting plans for new and existing gardens. Experience of managing clients and small teams would be preferable.
As this is a role for a horticulturalist, we require that candidates are qualified to at least RHS Level 3 or equivalent, hold a PA1 & PA6 spraying license (or similar) and ideally a chainsaw license. Experience of horticultural equipment and a full, clean driving license is also required.
We provide a uniform, PPE and all necessary tools and equipment, as well as opportunities for additional qualifications and courses that are relevant to the role.
Working hours are Monday to Friday 7.30am - 4.30pm. We will consider either full or part-time for the right applicant.
Stephen Ogilvie Garden Design, Build & Horticulture
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Landscape Team Leader
Landscape Team Leader required
Job Ref K007
Established for over 11 years, my client is a landscaping and arboricultural company working with many customers, designers and landscape architects. They offer clear project management and pricing combined with skilled and friendly gardeners, craftsmen and labourers who are passionate about creating beautiful gardens. Over the years they have designed and build a variety of exciting and transforming projects of varying sizes, working closely with mostly domestic clients to deliver their aspirations. They are looking for a Landscape Team leader to join the expanding team.
The Job:
The Landscape Team Leader will be assigned to a project and will be in charge of a team delivering high quality projects to their clients whilst liaising closely with the management team and client. Displaying skills in both hard and soft landscaping the responsibilities of the role will include:
- Organising and motivating the team, providing clear instructions and direction for their daily tasks
- Ensuring all landscaping works are carried out to the specification of the plan
- Ensuring all relevant machinery and materials are present
- Adhering to health and safety on site at all times
- Keep an accurate recording of times and materials used on site, informing management if more materials are required
- Providing management with daily reports and updates on works carried
- Liaising with clients on site, making sure all questions and queries are dealt with adequately
- Hard Landscaping – Especially brick and stone walls, paving with various materials as well as carpentry and groundwork
- Soft landscaping – soil preparation and some planting
Key Skills:
Candidates will need to be able to demonstrate a high knowledge and experience of hard and soft landscapes across all landscape disciplines with managerial and organisational skills.
- Several years’ experience working within the landscaping industry
- Good communication skills being comfortable liaising with clients and leading a team of landscape operatives
- The ability to work under pressure to meet budgets, targets and deadlines
Please note that a full clean driving licence is essential for this role.
Working hours for this post are 8am – 4pm with overtime available.
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Gardener / Handyperson
Gardener / Handyperson required
This is a unique and exciting opportunity for a confident and experienced Gardener to work within a private Estate in the North Cotswolds.
This is a key position within a recently acquired private Cotswolds Estate that comprises of traditional parkland area, fields and paths, traditional walled garden, kitchen gardens, formal and informal lawns, ponds, orchard, woods, arboretum, bed and borders of large Grade II listed Hall and its various guest houses and cottages. The successful applicant will work within an existing of four other gardeners and on occasions will be required to assist with general handyperson duties.
Ideally candidates will have proven practical experience working within a private estate. Reporting to and working closely with the Head Gardener the Gardener / Handyperson will be involved in the regular maintenance of the formal gardens, whilst assisting with the ongoing development planned over the coming years. This role would suit someone hands on and able to carry out handyperson duties as and when required. Handyperson duties could range from putting up a shelf in the main house to repairing the boundary fences.
The vision for the estate over the next couple of years is to transition the current farming practices to more to natural wildflower rich fields, meadows, hedgerows with new additional woodlands and wetlands with the objective of increasing flora and fauna diversity. The owners are keen to move towards self sufficiency and are keen to source produce from the kitchen garden, orchards and through foraging across the wider estate. Therefore, they are open to ideas moving forward to increase the productivity of the estate. Overall, the Gardening team will work with the Kitchen team to utilise the wider ingredients (e.g. Game meats) harvested within the Estate to produce healthy and nutritious meals.
The Estate values and rewards colleagues that are aspirational and passionate about their roles and will work harmoniously in delivering the exciting legacy that the Principals have in mind.. Working week: 45 hours per week, Monday to Friday (with some shared weekend flexibility during seasonal intensive periods). References and a current DBS will be required.
SALARY: Circa £28,000
LOCATION: North Cotswolds
JOB No: EC53554
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