Skilled Gardener
Skilled Gardener Required.
Job Ref: EC13957
An opportunity has arisen for a Skilled Gardener to play a key role in the ongoing development and maintenance of a private estate near Stoke Poges, on an initial basis of approximately 2-days per week. This opportunity is open to self-employed gardeners who can demonstrate a thorough understanding of horticulture with excellent plant identification and ornamental plant management skills.
The stunning Georgian property encompasses 19-acres overall and includes a formal garden of approximately 4-acres. The main house and garden are currently undergoing renovation and redevelopment respectively, with garden designer Justin Spink managing the latter. In its present form, the impressive and diverse garden is being managed by a local contracting company insofar as general maintenance. There is a need for additional input, primarily within the walled garden from a finer horticultural perspective in order to ensure existing plantings and those to be implemented in the near future are managed to correct horticultural standards.
The wider property includes (and will include in the near future) a wild flower meadow, a lake and wetland area, specimen trees, terraces and walkways, a large swimming pool, tennis court, expansive areas of formal and informal lawn as well as ornamental planting throughout. As the main focus of the role at this phase of the design implementation, the existing walled garden comprises climbers such as roses and clematis (with additional planting and training to be carried out), several mixed deep borders with herbaceous and perennial planting (including giant perennial species), specimen trees, fine mown paths, ornamental grasses, with a swimming pool, raised terrace and pagoda to be added as part of the new design. Management and development of the walled garden area will be the primary role of the successful candidate though their experience and knowledge will be utilised in the surrounding garden areas where possible and required.
Suitable candidates for this position are likely to currently be self-employed horticulturists with an academic horticultural qualification and/or extensive gardening experience. Applicants must possess practical knowledge of a wide range of plants, good physical fitness, an ability to safely operate general garden machinery and must have a thorough understanding of seasonal garden management. Spray certificates (PA1/PA6) would be beneficial and a driving licence essential due to the rural location of the property.
This is an excellent opportunity for a local freelance gardener to become involved with a garden at an early stage of redevelopment. A generous hourly rate is offered in line with experience, with the number of days per week and working hours to be agreed following discussion on site. This is expected to initially comprise two-days per week on an 8hr per day basis.
SALARY: Circa £25/hr DOE
LOCATION: Stoke Poges, Berkshire
JOB No: EC13957
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Sole Gardener - EC10782
A genuine lifestyle job opportunity has arisen on a stunning 70-acre estate near Newbury in Berkshire. This position will suit an academically qualified and experienced horticulturist with proven hands-on garden management experience and a desire to join a new garden at an exciting phase of development. This Sole Gardener role is offered with a two-bedroom cottage on site with its own garden, in addition to a generous salary.
The formal one-acre garden is in the process of being designed by a renowned garden designer and is due for the first phase of implementation in spring/summer 2020.
In a formal to natural contrast, the new design will encompass the immediate area around the main house and will graduate outwards towards 70-acres of farmland via garden rooms containing new and existing trees, lawns/grassland, streams and a one-acre lake. The diversity of planting and complexity of garden management will therefore be greatest in the area surrounding the house, with the further reaching areas requiring little more than maintenance and monitoring. Upon completion, the garden will comprise a greenhouse and kitchen garden, and orchard, swimming pool, terraces, with wildflower two-acres of meadows and lakeside planting. Additional aspects will include cloud Buxus, pleached trees, yew hedges, fruit trees, hedges of English lavender, sculpture(s), climbing roses, a croquet lawn and wildlife pond.
The ideal candidate will be a positive, knowledgeable and helpful person with a thorough grasp of horticulture and good physical fitness. The property owner is actively looking to create a happy environment for all which will provide reward and a sense of belonging for all involved with the estate. Applicants should hold academic horticultural qualifications and/or extensive experience on private estate from a garden management perspective. Knowledge and experience in each of the above garden areas is required, as is an ability to monitor and maintain other areas of the estate, i.e. the lake and boundaries. A flexible and friendly gardener is sought, as there may be a requirement to undertake rare ‘emergency’ school runs, i.e. once every 8-weeks, as well as basic pool maintenance etc.
There is a focus on ecologically sensitive garden management/development and a general interest in nature on the property. Suitable candidates will therefore have a genuine interest in this area and be willing to pass on their knowledge where the opportunity arises.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced and enthusiastic gardener to join a welcoming private estate on a full-time live-in basis, and to be involved in the implementation of the stunning new design from the beginning. The position is offered exclusively as a live-in, as the client would like the successful applicant to be able to keep an eye on the property in their absence. The two-bedroom property comes with Council tax and rent paid by the employer, with utility bills remaining the responsibility of the occupant. A full driving licence, criminal background check and references will be asked of each applicant.
SALARY: £25,000 - £30,000 DOE (Live in)
LOCATION: Newbury, Berkshire
JOB No: EC10782
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Gardener - B887 - This position has now been filled
An excellent opportunity has arisen for a gardener to work for an established company in the Reading area, Berkshire. The company is in its 26th year of business and offers a range of services, primarily to domestic clients.
The ideal candidate will hold a good level of gardening experience, have good plant knowledge, experience with a range of grounds maintenance equipment and will be used to working with common garden plants and features. The role will primarily involve acting as a mobile gardener, working under and alongside the existing small team of likeminded employees. A full UK driving licence is essential.
You must be conscientious, well presented, able to work under your own initiative and have a positive attitude when it comes to working with your colleagues, and of course for the company’s loyal client base. A good sense of humour is always important.
You must have experience with hedge cutting, lawn maintenance, pruning, planting, bed/border maintenance, and be willing to undertake other gardening maintenance tasks as they arise. A spray certificate (PA1/PA6) is beneficial but not essential.
The standard working week will consist of 44 hours with any overtime paid at time and a half. An hourly rate of £10/hr is offered (circa £22,880/annum) which will rise to £10.80/hr (circa £24,700/annum) after successful completion of a three month probationary period, equating to an approximate annual salary as stated above (dependent on experience), with overtime to be added to this.
SALARY: Circa £24,700
LOCATION: Reading, Berkshire
JOB No: B887
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Grounds Maintenance Team Leader - S285 - This position has been filled
Grounds Maintenance Team Leader required
Our client is an established landscape company based near Reading in Berkshire which provides a range of landscaping and grounds maintenance services to clients. Their customer base is spread over Berkshire and surrounding counties including Surrey, Sussex and Hampshire and includes both commercial companies and homeowners. They operate tight quality control procedures to ensure that they only provide the highest level of service and standards.
Job Description:
They currently seek an experienced Grounds Maintenance Team Leader to take day to day responsibility for supervising a dedicated maintenance team of 2, working for both commercial and domestic customers. This will involve managing standards, supervising work and providing on-site training. Other specific responsibilities will include:
- Planning and organising work schedules and resources.
- Ensuring work is completed safely, to the quality expected, and within agreed time frames.
- Ensure all equipment and machinery is kept well maintained and in good working order.
- Provide training to team members as and when required.
- To establish and maintain good working relationships with customers
Key Skills:
This is a hands-on role and it is important therefore that candidates should have good technical and practical skills in grounds and garden maintenance including: mowing, strimming, hedge cutting, general garden clearance, pruning, planting, bed preparation etc.
We seek candidates who are hard-working and reliable, who have good leadership skills, can use their initiative to sort out problems, as well as strong communication skills and the ability to plan and organise work making the most effective use of resources. A full UK driving licence is essential, and a horticultural qualification Level 2 or above highly desirable.
Additional Information:
This is a full time, permanent PAYE position, with all associated benefits.
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Gardener/Florist - Live Out - EC7110 - This position has now been filled
An experienced and knowledgeable Gardener/Florist is sought to become part of the team on a stunning, historically significant, private estate near Sunningdale/Ascot in Berkshire. Working alongside one other professional, this role will involve the provision and management of flowers on the estate as well as for the client’s second property in London. In addition to floristry work, the successful candidate will undertake general horticultural/gardening duties within the grounds of the primary estate in Berkshire.
This Grade II listed property is part of the Crown Estate and includes approximately 60-acres of Grade I listed gardens. The estate is privately owned and is not open to the public but is meticulously cared for by the dedicated team of 13 gardeners, of which you will become a part. The large garden includes extensive lawns, fine turf, mature shrub/herbaceous and rose borders, mature hedging, vegetables and cut flowers, lakes, glasshouses, a cutting garden, perennial wildflower and annual meadows.
The successful candidate will work alongside the team of professional gardeners and the Garden Manager in the beautiful landscaped garden surrounding the historic property. The Gardener/Florist will specifically be involved with plant propagation, glasshouse work and similar horticultural garden duties when not managing flowers for the houses.
The second house, located in Belgravia, London, will require the successful applicant to join one other Florist in sourcing and managing flowers for the property. This aspect of the role will involve leaving Berkshire at 05:00 to collect flowers from Covent Garden for arrangement at the Belgravia property, before returning to Surrey and completing the day by 10:00am. A full UK driving licence is therefore required of all applicants.
Applications are invited from experienced Florists/Gardeners who possess a good general knowledge of horticulture. A suitable horticultural and/or floristry qualification would be beneficial, however previous and demonstrable experience will be taken into consideration. Applicants must be friendly, hard-working, trustworthy and honest, with common sense, initiative and a positive character. Due to the nature of the private estate, the successful candidate must be discreet and respectful of the family’s privacy when in residence.This is an exciting opportunity to work within the grounds of a beautiful historic estate and to work alongside a close team of passionate and professional horticulturalists. Applicants must have experience in, and a genuine talent for floristry work as they will be preparing all the house flowers in the properties as well as displays for events and Christmas.
SALARY: Up to £25,000 DOE
LOCATION: Sunningdale, Berkshire
JOB No: EC7110
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Head Gardener - Live In/Out - EC6885 - This position has now been filled
An experienced and talented Head Gardener is sought to play a leading role on a stunning 80-acre estate located in Ascot, Berkshire. This position would suit a proactive, committed hands-on Head Gardener with demonstrable experience in all aspects of garden and staff management. The client is offering accommodation for the successful applicant, if required, in addition to a generous salary in line with experience.
The Head Gardener will be responsible for managing the 13-strong garden team; overseeing day-to-day garden management and maintenance operations, as well as for providing horticultural training for all team members. Applicants must be friendly, hard-working, trustworthy and honest, with common sense, initiative, and a positive character. Due to the nature of the private estate, the Head Gardener must be discreet and respectful of the family’s privacy when in residence.
This Grade II listed property is part of the Crown Estate and includes approximately 60-acres of Grade I listed gardens. The estate is privately owned and is not open to the public but is meticulously cared for by the dedicated team of gardeners. The Head Gardener will be responsible for ensuring all the gardens and grounds on the estate and surrounding family-owned properties are maintained to the highest possible standard. This will include hands-on management of the lawns, tennis courts, swimming pool area, lake area, rose garden, fountain garden and greenhouse, as well as supervision and direction of the garden team and management of the garden budget. The Head Gardener will be required to manage contractors when on site and to work alongside various garden designers where necessary. A report will be required, with photographs, to present to the family on a monthly basis with regard to progress and development within the garden.
Applicants for this role should hold extensive experience at Head Gardener level as well as an academic horticultural qualification at Level 3 or above. Suitable applicants will have demonstrable experience of garden staff management on horticulturally diverse privately-owned estates and must have excellent plant knowledge. The Head Gardener must have a strong knowledge of a full range of garden features, including kitchen gardening, roses, specialist pruning techniques and seasonal garden management considerations, plant propagation and cut flowers, with competence in managing house plants. The Head Gardener will report to and will work alongside, the Operations Manager, particularly with regard to special events at the estate.
This is a rare opportunity for a talented gardener to take a significant step in their career and to utilise their varied skill set. Applicants must be competent in all aspects of the above and must be flexible in their approach, dedicated team players, and must strive for excellence in every aspect of their work.
Working hours for this role are 07:00 – 17:00 Monday to Friday, with some Saturdays and Bank Holidays required during busy periods. Applicants are required to hold a full UK driving licence. This position is offered as a live-in or live-out, depending on the successful applicant’s preferences and situation.
SALARY: Up to £50,000 DOE + Accommodation
LOCATION: Ascot, Berkshire
JOB No: EC6885
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Head Gardener - Live In - EC6500 - this position has now been filled
Our client is seeking a hands-on Head Gardener with drive and enthusiasm, who will relish the challenge of a recently refurbished garden and grounds near Newbury, keeping them to a high horticultural standard and taking part in the onward development of the gardens as a whole.
The 50-acre site underwent extensive re-development three years ago with the guidance of designers and consultants. The gardens are made up of ornamental borders (especially around the main house), a newly restored walled garden (for fruit, vegetables and cut flowers), an existing apple orchard, a lake and natural pond, woodland gardens, meadows, mature and newly planted parkland and a tennis court. The gardens are maintained organically and there is also a glasshouse for propagation and house plants.
The successful applicant will be hands on, manage two existing staff and will be involved in recruiting a third to complete the team. They will be responsible for the woodland, parkland, borders, walled garden and the glasshouse. They will report to the owners of the house and will liaise with the house manager and chef to provide fruit, vegetables and cut flowers for the house therefore kitchen gardening experience is essential.
Applicants should have previously been a Senior or Head Gardener on a private estate. They should have enthusiasm and passion to maintain the gardens to the highest level and to keep them moving forward, developing new areas. They should have excellent communication and man-management skills and be self-motivated. They will enjoy working as part of a team, leading the garden team and collaborating with others across the estate. Excellent plant knowledge, horticultural skills and experience of organic gardening are essential. They must hold a full UK driving licence.
A small two-bedroom cottage is available for the successful candidate. The cottage is off site, about a 15 minute drive away, and council tax will be covered by the employer. All other bills such as internet and electricity are the tenant’s responsibility. Partners, children and pets are welcome.
SALARY: £30,000 – £35,000 depending on experience
LOCATION: Near Newbury, Berkshire
JOB No: EC6500
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Sole Gardener - Live In - EC6366
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a skilled Sole Gardener with a genuine talent and passion for kitchen gardening. Though still in the design and build phase, this new project is being managed on behalf of a well-known author and TV presenter by the celebrated garden designer, Justin Spink. This private home will, upon completion, be a beautiful synergy of form and function as well as a unique and rewarding place of work for the successful candidate.
The estate comprises 50-acres of paddocks and woodland in addition to the main dwelling and associated gardens. The property is nestled among mature trees in a rural location, approximately 15-miles of north-east of Basingstoke.
With the project now in full flow, a skilled Sole Gardener is required to join the estate in order to familiarise themselves with the site, the plans and the eventual responsibilities of the role. The successful candidate will initially manage areas outside of the formal garden, such as the surrounding paddocks and woodland, and will play a primary role in the management of the formal gardens thereafter.
The new design is focussed on the kitchen garden, as this will form the primary theme of the property. The gardens will be an area for entertainment as well as for private enjoyment and professional development, and as such, the ornamental/non-produce aspect will also be a significant factor in the overall feel of the finished product.
The new design comprises sweeping hedges of native species, with existing and new trees providing perspective and scale throughout the property. Spring bulbs will emerge in view to visitors along the driveway, with mixed fruit, native broadleaf and oriental flowering trees shadowing mown paths and bulb meadow areas. The main courtyard will provide teasing glimpses of the garden, itself leading to a private terrace with sculptures, lavender and clipped rosemary on one side, with open grass areas with mature and newly-planted trees on the other.
Mown paths run through stunning bulb meadow areas between the house and formal garden areas and lead the eye to wrought iron gates; the entrance to the walled kitchen garden and primary entertainment/eating area. The variety, quality and combination of crop species affirm the fact that this area is the heart and soul of the property. Raised oak beds containing herbs and salad crops surround a timber pergola, holding trained vines over a formal seating and entertainment area. Adjacent to the vine-laden pergola, lawns provide outside space for guests to stand and enjoy the unique environment from which ingredients in their recent meal had been grown. A greenhouse, potting shed and fruit cages sit among beds of cutting flowers and sweet peas on the south-facing wall, with the view through a picket gate in the wall expanding to a carpet of wild flowers.
Applicants for this attractive role must be very experienced and competent in kitchen gardens, primarily, as well as being knowledgeable horticulturists. An academic horticultural qualification at RHS level 3 or above is desired, with at least 5 years’ experience hands-on experience on private estates at sole, skilled and/or senior level essential. Applicants with competence in chainsaw operation as well as a wide variety of garden machinery are encouraged to apply, as management of the surrounding paddocks and woodland will necessitate such skills. The working week is expected to require three days’ worth of kitchen gardening, with the remaining time being divided between the wider estate and ornamental aspects of the garden.
This position is offered with accommodation off-site, which will be arranged according to applicants’ specific situations and requirements. In addition to the provided accommodation, a generous salary is offered, with guaranteed workplace satisfaction and a stunning environment in which to work.
SALARY: £25,000 - £30,000 + Accommodation
LOCATION: Nr. Newbury, Berkshire
JOB No: EC6366
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Head Gardener - Live Out - EC5599 - this position has been filled
An enthusiastic and hands-on Head Gardener is required to take the leading role at my client’s beautiful family home in Newbury, West Berkshire. This interesting and varied position involves the management of the historic property, itself comprising 23 acres including 3-acres of garden, 4-acres of woodland and 16-acres of paddocks.
The gardens are made up of several rooms containing large herbaceous borders, many varieties of roses (including wall-trained climbing roses), extensive lawns, terraces with container planting, a croquet lawn, ornamental planting, mature trees throughout (cedar, beech, chestnut and impressive lime avenues) and areas of managed woodland. The less formal areas of the garden, including the hedgerows and woodland, are being developed specifically to encourage wildlife. Amenities include an En Tout Cas tennis court and a saltwater swimming pool. The property does not have a kitchen garden and there is no requirement for plant propagation work. The surrounding paddocks are managed by a local farmer, and the hedges managed by local tree surgeons.
This is an opportunity to work with the owners and the existing team on the continued development of the gardens and grounds on a permanent basis. You must have an ability to lead by example. As a member of the team, you will also be expected to assist with ad-hoc estate duties such as recycling, stocking the house with logs for the fire, basic swimming pool maintenance/monitoring when in use, feeding the hens, and other similar tasks as and when they arise. This is a family home with a friendly team of staff, so applicants must possess a positive can-do attitude at all times and the desire to settle into a genuinely enjoyable role on a long-term basis.
As a suitable applicant, you will need strong plant knowledge and experience in the operation and basic maintenance of a full range of garden machinery. A good level of physical fitness is essential. You will be responsible for managing one full-time gardener, two part-time helping hands, as well as external contractors where necessary. Academic horticultural qualifications would be beneficial but not necessarily essential if extensive relevant experience can be demonstrated. Spraying certificates (PA1/PA6) and a certificate of chainsaw competence are desired, as is experience in a similar garden management role within a private home. You must be an enthusiastic gardener with an ability and willingness to disseminate your knowledge to members of the small and enthusiastic garden team.
Although a live-out position, a recently refurbished gardener’s cottage with excellent facilities is provided for use during breaks and lunchtimes. A full driving licence and your own transport are required due to the rural location of the property.
SALARY: Circa £35,000 DOE (Live out)
LOCATION: Newbury, Berkshire
JOB No: EC5599
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Skilled Landscape Supervisor - F660 - This position has been filled
Our client is an established commercial landscaping company operating for over 15 years creating, maintaining and improving landscapes for their customers. The company employs around 30 full time staff; they are BALI accredited with a head office based in the South of England. They currently have a vacancy for a Soft Landscape Supervisor to take responsibility for one of their site teams working in the Thames Valley with major house builders and prestigious commercial and domestic clients.
Job Description:
The person appointed will be responsible for supervising a small team of landscapers working on individual projects.
Your duties will include:
- Ordering of materials and equipment.
- Setting out the works from design drawings.
- Complete tasks such as turfing, seeding and planting etc.
- Using sound horticultural practices to maintain sites to the highest standard of finish
- Delegating duties within the team and ensuring work is completed on time
- Ensure that site operations are carried out in accordance with the company’s health and safety policy.
- Maintain site records.
Key Skills:
Candidates must have excellent practical skills and sound horticultural knowledge in all areas of soft landscaping, with a good eye for detail and strong leadership skills. You will be able to demonstrate a successful track record of delivering high quality workmanship which is completed on time. 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. CSCS card desirable along with experience operating machinery such as excavators, rotovators and a licence for towing an advantage.
Additional information:
28 days holiday plus an additional one day accrued after 2 years’ service up to a total of an additional 5 days.
Workplace pension and training courses.
If this position is of interest, please apply or contact Mark Bolam on 01233 732767 or markbolam@horticruitment.com
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