Gardener

The Opportunity

We are currently recruiting for a Garden Caretaker based across multiple sites within a defined regional area. The key locations covered are Egham and Woking, with travel between sites required. This is a full time permanent position with a salary of 26,722 per year. Working hours change seasonally as outlined below. The role is mobile in nature or may be based at a static site depending on operational need. The start date is ASAP.

A Garden Caretaker is an experienced horticulturist responsible for maintaining specific plots within a region to the highest standards. This is a practical hands on role that includes both routine care and renovation work, following established horticultural policies and procedures. You will work independently on site while remaining part of a wider estates team.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintaining allocated plots to consistently high horticultural standards
• Carrying out general garden maintenance and renovation work across sites
• Undertaking turf culture work including mowing edging feeding and seasonal care
• Maintaining planted borders around memorial features and headstones with care and accuracy
• Planting seasonal displays shrubs bulbs and ornamental planting schemes
• Carrying out pest and disease monitoring and control in line with safe procedures
• Operating horticultural machinery and completing basic maintenance checks
• Supporting tree and woody plant care including pruning and safe maintenance work
• Cleaning and caring for ornamental and site features as required
• Following site schedules and recording work completed

Requirements

• Proven experience as an experienced gardener or horticulturist
• Strong practical skills across a wide range of horticultural tasks
• Confident use of horticultural machinery and tools
• Good understanding of safe working practices and Health and Safety procedures
• Ability to work independently across multiple plots and sites
• Full clean UK driving licence due to regional travel requirements

Skills and Qualities

• Excellent plant knowledge and attention to detail
• Reliable organised and able to manage workload effectively
• Respectful professional approach suited to sensitive environments
• Strong communication skills with colleagues and site stakeholders
• Practical problem solving and a proactive attitude
• Ability to follow horticultural standards and procedures consistently

What\’s On Offer

• Permanent full time position
• Salary of 26,722 per year
• Seasonal working hours with a clear summer and winter pattern
• Supportive estates team environment
• Opportunity to work across varied and well maintained sites
• Day to day operational purchasing responsibility as required for the role

Working Hours

Summer Hours
Monday to Thursday 8.00am to 12.30 / 1.30pm to 5.00pm
Friday 8.00am to 12.30pm / 1.30pm to 4.00pm

Winter Hours
Monday to Friday 8.00am to 12.30 / 1.00pm to 4.00pm

How to Apply

This role is being recruited by Halmer Group on behalf of our client. To be considered, please submit your CV along with a brief covering note outlining your experience, qualifications and suitability for this position. All applications will be treated in strict confidence.

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