Gardener

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First impressions count, the simple but beautifully presented lawns and landscapes set the scene here at Audley. We are just as passionate about nurturing and growing our people as you will be about creating exceptional, scene setting, award winning gardens.

As our Gardener you’ll take responsibility for maintaining the landscapes, planting flower beds and the general upkeep of the grounds and gardens. You will ensure that everything is maintained in a good representational order at all times and keeping things “just so” for our owners.

We develop and run villages with the wow factor that enhance the lives of our owners, their family and our friends. Through our two brands, Mayfield Villages and Audley Villages, we offer stylish apartments and houses complete with the best facilities from bistros and bars, to health clubs and swimming pools. And, of course, exceptional service throughout. Our dedicated care teams provide the support they need to remain independent.

Responsibilities

• Water and feed all border plants, tubs and shrubs on a regular basis.
• Cut lawn and bed edges at least every 8 days during the months of March to November, and at least four times during the winter months.
• Keep all ponds, water features, paths, patios, drives and forecourts weed‑free and tidy, regularly swept and tidied.
• Trim hedges and shrubs as required.
• Rake up leaves in the winter period.
• Prune and thin roses, shrubs and small trees mainly in winter.
• Maintain a garden log book.
• Maintain a high standard of presentation.
• Report any faulty or damaged equipment or machinery to the person in charge.
• Participate in theme events/open days for owners.
• Participate in stock taking as required.
• Use correct equipment, appliances and tools as instructed by the manufacturers.
• Maintain a professional relationship with owners and/or their next of kin or representative within professional boundaries.

Ideal Candidate

• Experience working in the landscaping or gardening sector.
• A ‘can do’ attitude and an organised approach that ensures things get done.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Self‑motivated and driven by standards and results.
• Eager to learn and develop.
• Hands‑on and flexible approach to daily duties and shift patterns.
• Warm, professional and empathetic.

Benefits

• Work‑life balance.
• Competitive salary.
• Company pension scheme with 5% company contribution.
• 28 days holiday (inclusive of bank holidays).
• 50% discount on food and drinks at all our restaurants nationwide.
• Guest suites at staff rates at all of our luxury villages nationwide.
• Excellent learning and development opportunities.
• Free membership to our employee discount portal with access to major retailers.
• Free membership to our Healthcare Cash Plan Scheme.
• Refer a friend bonus scheme.
• Free uniform.

Audley Group is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, colour, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or veteran status. See also DE&I policy/statement.