Live-In Estate Groundskeeper / Gardener / Caretaker

Hedsor Park is a 100-acre Buckinghamshire estate wrapped round the magnificent Hedsor House and Grade II listed gardens. It is famed for hosting unforgettable weddings and memorable events. We’re looking for an experienced, hands-on Estate Groundskeeper / Gardener / Caretaker to live on site, care for the place like it’s your own, and keep every vista wedding-photo ready.

Day-to-day, you’ll handle estate and grounds care, family support, basic property repairs and first-response security. Woodland, parkland and a one-kilometre drive all need your steady eye and sharp shears. This role requires a reliable, trustworthy, and proactive individual with experience in estate maintenance and horticulture.

In return, you’ll have accommodation on the estate, a 40-hour week with flex for the odd weekend, and the chance to leave a genuine mark on a historic landscape.

Responsibilities

• Vision delivery– ensure the vision and goals of the estate are weaved into your daily tasks.
• Contribution to Improvements– Offer input into garden development and landscape enhancements in line with the estate’s long-term vision and design.
• Driveway Stewardship– Take pride in and oversee the care of the 1km drive leading to Hedsor House, ensuring it remains visually striking and well-kept year-round.
• Lawn & Grounds Maintenance– Mowing, topiary, hedge cutting, and general landscaping.
• Machinery Operation & Maintenance– Handling agricultural and garden equipment.
• Woodland Management– Tree care, logging, and brush clearance.
• Estate Upkeep– Maintaining outdoor areas, pathways, and grounds.
• Basic Property Maintenance– Fencing repairs and minor upkeep.
• Garden & Outdoor Features– Caring for ornaments, furniture, and external installations.
• Contractor Liaison– Coordinating external support and reporting issues.
• Security & Safety– First response for estate security concerns.
• Family & Estate Support– Providing dependable assistance where needed.
• House & Pet Sitting– Provide house/pet care in the owner’s absence, including occasional support with dogs and other animals.

Skills and attributes

• Experienced in property or land maintenance and management, ideally from a large estate, hotel grounds, or high-end horticultural background
• Knowledge and experience of horticulture and woodland management
• Confident with tools and equipment; able to work independently and take initiative.
• Experienced in using a tractor
• Willing to care for geese and cattle
• Comfortable living in close proximity to a family estate with high standards
• Friendly, trustworthy and proactive, with strong attention to detail
• A practical, positive, approach to work
• Emotionally intelligent with good social instincts
• Certified in chainsaw use and spraying
• Full clean UK driving licence
• Salary: Competitive and dependent on experience
• Accommodation: Live-in position with accommodation provided
• Holidays: 23 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Additional Perks: Pension scheme, bonus opportunities, and support for further training and qualifications