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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:Competitiveand 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
Seniority level
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Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
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Employment type
Full-time
Job function
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Job function
Management and Manufacturing
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Industries
Hospitality
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