Estate Grounds Person - Axbridge, United Kingdom - Griffin Toilet Hire / Laurel Barns

Description

We are seeking a skilled and experienced Gardener to join our team.

As our Gardener, you will be responsible for maintaining and enhancing our gardens and landscapes to a high standard over two properties.

We have ambitious plans for improving and growing our gardens. There is a strong sustainability focus at the properties with a natural world and environmental consideration.

If you have a passion for plants, nature and enjoy working outdoors, and have an eye for detail, we would love to hear from you.

Responsibilities:

• Perform general landscape maintenance tasks such as mowing, trimming, and edging lawns.
• Plant, cultivate, and maintain flowers, plants, shrubs, and trees including cut flowers, fruit, and vegetables
• Use power tools including chainsaws and hand tools to prune, trim, and shape plants.
• Irrigate gardens and ensure proper watering schedules
• Remove weeds and unwanted plants from gardens
• Monitor plant health and identify any pests or diseases
• Assist with the design and implementation of new landscaping projects
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of gardening equipment
• Filling log baskets and providing other provisions for the house from the garden

Qualifications:

• Previous horticultural and qualifications experience in gardening. (min 2 years' experience preferably RHS Level 2+ )
• Knowledge of different plant species and their care requirements
• Familiarity with power tools and hand tools used in gardening and able to show safe practise in the use of these tools
• Ability to work independently or as part of a small team
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow instructions
• Physical stamina to perform tasks that involve bending, lifting, and standing for long periods of time
• Excellent time management skills to ensure tasks are completed efficiently
• Driving Licence as working between two properties

Benefits:

Competitive pay based on experience Pension Scheme Option Health and Safety Workwear provided and uniform.

If you have a passion for gardening, nature and are friendly and self motivated, we would love to hear from you.

Job Types:
Part-time, Permanent


Salary:
£10.00-£15.00 per hour


Expected hours:
No more than 32 per week


Benefits:

• Company pension
• Free parking
• Onsite parking

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Supplemental pay types:

• Performance bonus

Experience:

• Gardening: 2 years (required)

Licence/Certification:

• Driving Licence (required)
• Horticultural / Gardening/ RHS qualification (required)

Work authorisation:

• United Kingdom (required)

Work Location:
In person


Reference ID:
Estate Gardener