Fantastic opportunity for a gardener to join a fast-growing local company. This role is based in Langton Green. Your role is to maintain the gardens and grounds and to contribute to the development of new features and general aesthetic improvements. You'll be reporting to the Senior Gardener and become part of a supportive, close-knit team in a place you'll love working. Key Responsibilities: Maintaining the grounds on multiple sites. Maintaining machinery and equipment in clean and safe working order. Weeding, pruning, and mulching. Mowing the lawns and using machinery such as hedge cutters, leaf blowers, lawnmowers, and tractors. Other duties might include propagation, planting, and tree safety work. Key Skills: Some experience and work-based training in horticultural practises Knowledge or certifications of PA1 and PA6 is an advantage. Perks of the role: Monday-Friday 7 am- 3.30 pm Fantastic salary of 25,000 Healthcare Cash Plan Life Assurance Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) 22 days holiday plus bank holidays Please note you must hold a full UK driving licence for this role Interviews are taking place over the next couple of weeks so please apply with your cv today!
May 18, 2024
Full time
Fantastic opportunity for a gardener to join a fast-growing local company. This role is based in Langton Green. Your role is to maintain the gardens and grounds and to contribute to the development of new features and general aesthetic improvements. You'll be reporting to the Senior Gardener and become part of a supportive, close-knit team in a place you'll love working. Key Responsibilities: Maintaining the grounds on multiple sites. Maintaining machinery and equipment in clean and safe working order. Weeding, pruning, and mulching. Mowing the lawns and using machinery such as hedge cutters, leaf blowers, lawnmowers, and tractors. Other duties might include propagation, planting, and tree safety work. Key Skills: Some experience and work-based training in horticultural practises Knowledge or certifications of PA1 and PA6 is an advantage. Perks of the role: Monday-Friday 7 am- 3.30 pm Fantastic salary of 25,000 Healthcare Cash Plan Life Assurance Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) 22 days holiday plus bank holidays Please note you must hold a full UK driving licence for this role Interviews are taking place over the next couple of weeks so please apply with your cv today!
Head Gardener - Permanent - London, portfolio wide Are you passionate about cultivating beautiful landscapes and enhancing green spaces? Do you have an outstanding knowledge of plant care and landscaping techniques? If so, we have the role for you! An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Head Gardener to join the team on a permanent basis. The successful candidate will be paramount to Ballymore, taking the lead on the management of our landscape ensuring that the gardens and specific areas are kept to a high standard, always captivating beauty and excellence. Advanced horticultural training and experience of managing landscaping and gardens is vital, enabling you to educate and work alongside the residential estates team so they are equipped to understand the requirements of the estates landscape. Within role you will have the opportunity to propose new ideas that will enhance the vision and aesthetic of our landscaping and green spaces. Duties and responsibilities include: Conducting regular inspections across the portfolio to identify and address any issues related to plant health, pest infestation, or landscaping structures Ensure the day-to-day horticultural tasks (weeding, pruning, trimming) are being completed to a high standard. Manage larger planting programmes and ensure maintenance and management of the gardens and park are being carried out to the correct standard to enhance the aesthetic appeal. Provide weekly feedback to the management company highlighting actions undertaken, issues anticipated and future programme of works, noting any need for new and replacement planting of maintenance. The ideal candidate will have: Previous experience in gardening or landscaping. A good knowledge of plant care, landscaping techniques, and management. Ability to work independently as well as part of a team in a dynamic outdoor environment. Strong attention to detail and a passion for maintaining high standards of presentation. Experience in working with third party contractors. Level 2 or above RHS horticultural qualification and/or equivalent experience as a Head Gardener We operate as an equal opportunities employer.
May 17, 2024
Full time
Head Gardener - Permanent - London, portfolio wide Are you passionate about cultivating beautiful landscapes and enhancing green spaces? Do you have an outstanding knowledge of plant care and landscaping techniques? If so, we have the role for you! An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Head Gardener to join the team on a permanent basis. The successful candidate will be paramount to Ballymore, taking the lead on the management of our landscape ensuring that the gardens and specific areas are kept to a high standard, always captivating beauty and excellence. Advanced horticultural training and experience of managing landscaping and gardens is vital, enabling you to educate and work alongside the residential estates team so they are equipped to understand the requirements of the estates landscape. Within role you will have the opportunity to propose new ideas that will enhance the vision and aesthetic of our landscaping and green spaces. Duties and responsibilities include: Conducting regular inspections across the portfolio to identify and address any issues related to plant health, pest infestation, or landscaping structures Ensure the day-to-day horticultural tasks (weeding, pruning, trimming) are being completed to a high standard. Manage larger planting programmes and ensure maintenance and management of the gardens and park are being carried out to the correct standard to enhance the aesthetic appeal. Provide weekly feedback to the management company highlighting actions undertaken, issues anticipated and future programme of works, noting any need for new and replacement planting of maintenance. The ideal candidate will have: Previous experience in gardening or landscaping. A good knowledge of plant care, landscaping techniques, and management. Ability to work independently as well as part of a team in a dynamic outdoor environment. Strong attention to detail and a passion for maintaining high standards of presentation. Experience in working with third party contractors. Level 2 or above RHS horticultural qualification and/or equivalent experience as a Head Gardener We operate as an equal opportunities employer.
Summary The Bath Skyline is a UNESCO World Heritage Site setting, only 1 of 2 World Heritage cities that includes the surrounding landscape within the designation. It contains high quality biodiversity within its habitats, significant trees, woodlands and a vast history of human settlement in Bath. It is a highly visited and loved countryside on the doorstep to so many residence and has accessible walks such as the Family Discovery Trail and play area connecting community to countryside. The historic city attracts tourists from all around the world and the Bath Skyline walk is a very popular walk crossing National Trust and other landowners sites. Bathampton Meadows is floodplain meadow that was spared from development by community action and gifted to the National Trust as the organisation's first 'Urban Green Corridor' providing a greenspace for local residents. It is currently in a project to improve the site for nature conservation and public access. We are improving the floodplain meadow habitat, tree planting, hedgerow restoration, wild flower seeding while also opening new public footpaths, bridge building and improved surfaces. The project will continue to develop new elements such as interpretation panels, community orchard and public engagement opportunities. Please see attached prospectus for more detail about the role. Interviews will be held 12th June 2024. Please note on applications if you would not be able to attend this date. What it's like to work here Bath Skyline and Bathampton Meadows are set within the city of Bath, creating a green backdrop to the city landscape. You have a great opportunity to get to know the local community and get to enough the benefits of the city. Even within the urban context there is a huge diversity to manage from Ancient Woodland, Priority habitat hay meadows, Veteran trees, floodplain meadows, Scheduled Ancient Monuments, historic vistas and care for the the most downloaded walking route in the National Trust. You will be part of a small ranger team in a larger portfolio, working closely with the gardeners at Prior Park and visitor experience team so you can get to know your colleagues well. You will also have the opportunity to work with garden and ranger teams from Dyrham Park and Bath Assembly Rooms on occasion. What you'll be doing You will lead a small team of staff and volunteer rangers for nature conservation in the Bath countryside which includes Bath Skyline, Little Solsbury Hill and Bathampton Meadows. You will need to plan conservation tasks on the Bath Skyline, engage with the volunteer team on wildlife surveying, practical tasks and public messaging. The lead ranger will hold the relationship with our 2 tenant farmers and the grazing contracts and work with our estate management team to ensure we deliver to the standard required in our Countryside Stewardship agreement. You will also work closely with our Project Manager for Bathampton Meadows to ensure we are delivering tasks for nature conservation and public access. As the leader for the Bath countryside you will be able to influence the strategy and future planning for the Bath Skyline as a member of the Portfolio Leadership Team. In Bath we are a small close knit team, and you will be required to support the operation at Prior Park Landscape Garden with working as part of a Duty Manager rota which includes some weekend working that can be reclaimed as Time Off In Lieu. Who we're looking for •Significant practical experience in relevant land, conservation and access management, supported by appropriate qualifications to level 5 (or equivalent experience) •Proven track record of planning activities which ensure great visitor experience within a countryside setting. •Leadership skills including coaching, team development, motivation and communication. •Experience of working with volunteers with good understanding of the different approaches needed to reward, recognise and motivate volunteers. •Excellent people skills enabling strong relationships externally and internally to be built and maintained. •Experience of leading a culture of exceptional customer service. Record of setting and delivering performance targets. •Proven track record of managing budgets, finances and contracts. •Project management skills and experience. •Track record of inspiring others with your passion for nature, heritage and the outdoors. •Significant experience of managing operational risk, including how to access and manage risk effectively. Knowledge of health and safety compliance requirements relevant to countryside setting. •Good written and verbal communication skills including public presentation and influencing skills. •Communication experience including the ability to use digital media effectively. The package The National Trust has the motto 'For everyone, for ever' at its heart. We're working hard to create an inclusive culture, where everyone feels they belong. It's important that our people reflect and represent the diversity of the communities and audiences we serve. We welcome and value difference, so when we say we're for everyone, we want everyone to be welcome in our teams too. •Substantial pension scheme of up to 10% basic salary •Free entry to National Trust places for you, a guest and your children (under 18) •Tax-free childcare scheme •Rental deposit loan scheme •Season ticket loan •EV car lease scheme •Perks at work discounts such as gym memberships, shopping discount codes, cinema discounts •Holiday allowance up to 32 days relating to length of service, plus holiday purchase scheme, subject to meeting minimum criteria. •Flexible working whenever possible •Employee assistance programme •Free parking at most Trust places Click here to find out more about the benefits we offer to support you.
May 16, 2024
Full time
Summary The Bath Skyline is a UNESCO World Heritage Site setting, only 1 of 2 World Heritage cities that includes the surrounding landscape within the designation. It contains high quality biodiversity within its habitats, significant trees, woodlands and a vast history of human settlement in Bath. It is a highly visited and loved countryside on the doorstep to so many residence and has accessible walks such as the Family Discovery Trail and play area connecting community to countryside. The historic city attracts tourists from all around the world and the Bath Skyline walk is a very popular walk crossing National Trust and other landowners sites. Bathampton Meadows is floodplain meadow that was spared from development by community action and gifted to the National Trust as the organisation's first 'Urban Green Corridor' providing a greenspace for local residents. It is currently in a project to improve the site for nature conservation and public access. We are improving the floodplain meadow habitat, tree planting, hedgerow restoration, wild flower seeding while also opening new public footpaths, bridge building and improved surfaces. The project will continue to develop new elements such as interpretation panels, community orchard and public engagement opportunities. Please see attached prospectus for more detail about the role. Interviews will be held 12th June 2024. Please note on applications if you would not be able to attend this date. What it's like to work here Bath Skyline and Bathampton Meadows are set within the city of Bath, creating a green backdrop to the city landscape. You have a great opportunity to get to know the local community and get to enough the benefits of the city. Even within the urban context there is a huge diversity to manage from Ancient Woodland, Priority habitat hay meadows, Veteran trees, floodplain meadows, Scheduled Ancient Monuments, historic vistas and care for the the most downloaded walking route in the National Trust. You will be part of a small ranger team in a larger portfolio, working closely with the gardeners at Prior Park and visitor experience team so you can get to know your colleagues well. You will also have the opportunity to work with garden and ranger teams from Dyrham Park and Bath Assembly Rooms on occasion. What you'll be doing You will lead a small team of staff and volunteer rangers for nature conservation in the Bath countryside which includes Bath Skyline, Little Solsbury Hill and Bathampton Meadows. You will need to plan conservation tasks on the Bath Skyline, engage with the volunteer team on wildlife surveying, practical tasks and public messaging. The lead ranger will hold the relationship with our 2 tenant farmers and the grazing contracts and work with our estate management team to ensure we deliver to the standard required in our Countryside Stewardship agreement. You will also work closely with our Project Manager for Bathampton Meadows to ensure we are delivering tasks for nature conservation and public access. As the leader for the Bath countryside you will be able to influence the strategy and future planning for the Bath Skyline as a member of the Portfolio Leadership Team. In Bath we are a small close knit team, and you will be required to support the operation at Prior Park Landscape Garden with working as part of a Duty Manager rota which includes some weekend working that can be reclaimed as Time Off In Lieu. Who we're looking for •Significant practical experience in relevant land, conservation and access management, supported by appropriate qualifications to level 5 (or equivalent experience) •Proven track record of planning activities which ensure great visitor experience within a countryside setting. •Leadership skills including coaching, team development, motivation and communication. •Experience of working with volunteers with good understanding of the different approaches needed to reward, recognise and motivate volunteers. •Excellent people skills enabling strong relationships externally and internally to be built and maintained. •Experience of leading a culture of exceptional customer service. Record of setting and delivering performance targets. •Proven track record of managing budgets, finances and contracts. •Project management skills and experience. •Track record of inspiring others with your passion for nature, heritage and the outdoors. •Significant experience of managing operational risk, including how to access and manage risk effectively. Knowledge of health and safety compliance requirements relevant to countryside setting. •Good written and verbal communication skills including public presentation and influencing skills. •Communication experience including the ability to use digital media effectively. The package The National Trust has the motto 'For everyone, for ever' at its heart. We're working hard to create an inclusive culture, where everyone feels they belong. It's important that our people reflect and represent the diversity of the communities and audiences we serve. We welcome and value difference, so when we say we're for everyone, we want everyone to be welcome in our teams too. •Substantial pension scheme of up to 10% basic salary •Free entry to National Trust places for you, a guest and your children (under 18) •Tax-free childcare scheme •Rental deposit loan scheme •Season ticket loan •EV car lease scheme •Perks at work discounts such as gym memberships, shopping discount codes, cinema discounts •Holiday allowance up to 32 days relating to length of service, plus holiday purchase scheme, subject to meeting minimum criteria. •Flexible working whenever possible •Employee assistance programme •Free parking at most Trust places Click here to find out more about the benefits we offer to support you.
Summary As a Gardener for the National Trust, you'll be a hands-on member of the Countryside Team, involved in every aspect of gardening at Sheringham Park. Responsible for day-to-day maintenance, and the highest standards of horticulture, you'll also play a vital role in improving the experience of visitors to the garden and wider estates. The Wild Garden is going through a major refresh at the moment, so this is a really exiting time to be part of the team. You'll be part of a rota working weekends and bank holidays. What it's like to work here Reporting to the Countryside Manager, you'll be based at Sheringham, but you'll also spend up to half of your time with the Ranger team across Sheringham, Felbrigg and West Runton estates. Roles within the Sheringham Park team are highly sought after, and the team pride themselves on working to the highest standards. Popular Sheringham Park is Humphry Repton favourite work. The rolling landscaped park with its wild garden, woods and waymarked trails running down to the coast is great for family days out. The wild garden contains probably the most important collection of rhododendrons on the east coast and an expanding arboretum. Click here for more information about this location What you'll be doing You'll be helping to keep the garden and estates in great condition. This will include helping us to develop our arboretum and trying to prepare the garden and Rhododendron collection for climate change, checks to make sure all areas are safe for people visiting, routine tasks such as weeding, pruning, planting, staking, mulching, and using machinery such as hedge cutters, leaf blowers, lawnmowers and tractors. Other duties include propagation, recording and enhancing our plants collections and supporting the design of new plantings. Who we're looking for We'd love to hear from you if you're: an enthusiastic horticulturist and hands-on gardener, who's worked with trees and shrubs before knowledgeable about plants, with a great eye for detail experienced with machinery, including tractors, chainsaws, mowers, and with some knowledge of maintenance a driver with a full licence ability to manage a demanding outdoor role good at talking to, and getting on with, all kinds of people equally confident working within a team, with volunteers or on your own able to keep to time, plan and meet deadlines The package The National Trust has the motto 'For everyone, for ever' at its heart. We're working hard to create an inclusive culture, where everyone feels they belong. It's important that our people reflect and represent the diversity of the communities and audiences we serve. We welcome and value difference, so when we say we're for everyone, we want everyone to be welcome in our teams too. •Substantial pension scheme of up to 10% basic salary •Free entry to National Trust places for you, a guest and your children (under 18) •Tax-free childcare scheme •Rental deposit loan scheme •Season ticket loan •EV car lease scheme •Perks at work discounts such as gym memberships, shopping discount codes, cinema discounts •Holiday allowance up to 32 days relating to length of service, plus holiday purchase scheme, subject to meeting minimum criteria. •Flexible working whenever possible •Employee assistance programme •Free parking at most Trust places Click here to find out more about the benefits we offer to support you.
May 16, 2024
Full time
Summary As a Gardener for the National Trust, you'll be a hands-on member of the Countryside Team, involved in every aspect of gardening at Sheringham Park. Responsible for day-to-day maintenance, and the highest standards of horticulture, you'll also play a vital role in improving the experience of visitors to the garden and wider estates. The Wild Garden is going through a major refresh at the moment, so this is a really exiting time to be part of the team. You'll be part of a rota working weekends and bank holidays. What it's like to work here Reporting to the Countryside Manager, you'll be based at Sheringham, but you'll also spend up to half of your time with the Ranger team across Sheringham, Felbrigg and West Runton estates. Roles within the Sheringham Park team are highly sought after, and the team pride themselves on working to the highest standards. Popular Sheringham Park is Humphry Repton favourite work. The rolling landscaped park with its wild garden, woods and waymarked trails running down to the coast is great for family days out. The wild garden contains probably the most important collection of rhododendrons on the east coast and an expanding arboretum. Click here for more information about this location What you'll be doing You'll be helping to keep the garden and estates in great condition. This will include helping us to develop our arboretum and trying to prepare the garden and Rhododendron collection for climate change, checks to make sure all areas are safe for people visiting, routine tasks such as weeding, pruning, planting, staking, mulching, and using machinery such as hedge cutters, leaf blowers, lawnmowers and tractors. Other duties include propagation, recording and enhancing our plants collections and supporting the design of new plantings. Who we're looking for We'd love to hear from you if you're: an enthusiastic horticulturist and hands-on gardener, who's worked with trees and shrubs before knowledgeable about plants, with a great eye for detail experienced with machinery, including tractors, chainsaws, mowers, and with some knowledge of maintenance a driver with a full licence ability to manage a demanding outdoor role good at talking to, and getting on with, all kinds of people equally confident working within a team, with volunteers or on your own able to keep to time, plan and meet deadlines The package The National Trust has the motto 'For everyone, for ever' at its heart. We're working hard to create an inclusive culture, where everyone feels they belong. It's important that our people reflect and represent the diversity of the communities and audiences we serve. We welcome and value difference, so when we say we're for everyone, we want everyone to be welcome in our teams too. •Substantial pension scheme of up to 10% basic salary •Free entry to National Trust places for you, a guest and your children (under 18) •Tax-free childcare scheme •Rental deposit loan scheme •Season ticket loan •EV car lease scheme •Perks at work discounts such as gym memberships, shopping discount codes, cinema discounts •Holiday allowance up to 32 days relating to length of service, plus holiday purchase scheme, subject to meeting minimum criteria. •Flexible working whenever possible •Employee assistance programme •Free parking at most Trust places Click here to find out more about the benefits we offer to support you.
Gardener Circa £24,000pa, depending on experiencePermanent, Full-time, 40 hrs pw, Mon-Fri, 7.45am-4.15pmApproximately 8 miles from Truro, Cornwall About Us The Tregothnan Estate is a private family home with a world-renowned botanical garden and woodland. The Estate has a team of maintenance, gardening, forestry and joinery employees that maintain the core estate and manage the beautiful surroundings which are on the edge of the River Fal. The Estate is also a landlord with a substantial portfolio of residential, commercial, and agricultural properties.Through its day to day running, the Estate produces tea (the only UK grown blend), honey and jam, which are sold by our trading team; delivers experiences including Garden and Tea Tasting Tours; and rents holiday accommodation. The Estate is diverse in its activities and the job roles it provides. The teams have a great community spirit, the surroundings are inspiring, and the work is always interesting. Working at Tregothnan is being part of Cornwall's heritage and its modern future. The Benefits - 21 days' holiday, plus bank holidays.- Pension scheme.- Health care cash back plan.- Discount scheme with high street and online retailers.- Salary sacrifice home, tech and cycle to work schemes. The Role We have an exciting opportunity for a Gardener to provide all year gardening to private gardens, working alongside a small established team. The garden is home to some species that are globally rare, together with the first tea grown in the UK for commercial production.Duties include:- Lawncare and mowing.- Strimming, hedge trimming, pruning and chainsaw work.- Cultivation and weeding.- Pest and weed control, including spraying.- Path and drive maintenance and construction.- Watering and landscape construction. You will need: - Previous gardening experience within a team-based role.- Experience of using pedestrian lawnmowers e.g. cylinder and rotary, strimming and brush cutting.- To be conscientious and have attention to detail; and hardworking.- Ability to work alone and as part of a team.- Good communication skills; professional attitude, polite and good levels of personal presentation.- Full UK driving licence and own transport as we are in a rural location, with no access to public transport.Closing date: Monday 20 May 2024To be considered as a Gardener, please apply via the button shown. This vacancy is being advertised by Webrecruit. The services advertised by Webrecruit are those of an Employment Agency.
May 16, 2024
Full time
Gardener Circa £24,000pa, depending on experiencePermanent, Full-time, 40 hrs pw, Mon-Fri, 7.45am-4.15pmApproximately 8 miles from Truro, Cornwall About Us The Tregothnan Estate is a private family home with a world-renowned botanical garden and woodland. The Estate has a team of maintenance, gardening, forestry and joinery employees that maintain the core estate and manage the beautiful surroundings which are on the edge of the River Fal. The Estate is also a landlord with a substantial portfolio of residential, commercial, and agricultural properties.Through its day to day running, the Estate produces tea (the only UK grown blend), honey and jam, which are sold by our trading team; delivers experiences including Garden and Tea Tasting Tours; and rents holiday accommodation. The Estate is diverse in its activities and the job roles it provides. The teams have a great community spirit, the surroundings are inspiring, and the work is always interesting. Working at Tregothnan is being part of Cornwall's heritage and its modern future. The Benefits - 21 days' holiday, plus bank holidays.- Pension scheme.- Health care cash back plan.- Discount scheme with high street and online retailers.- Salary sacrifice home, tech and cycle to work schemes. The Role We have an exciting opportunity for a Gardener to provide all year gardening to private gardens, working alongside a small established team. The garden is home to some species that are globally rare, together with the first tea grown in the UK for commercial production.Duties include:- Lawncare and mowing.- Strimming, hedge trimming, pruning and chainsaw work.- Cultivation and weeding.- Pest and weed control, including spraying.- Path and drive maintenance and construction.- Watering and landscape construction. You will need: - Previous gardening experience within a team-based role.- Experience of using pedestrian lawnmowers e.g. cylinder and rotary, strimming and brush cutting.- To be conscientious and have attention to detail; and hardworking.- Ability to work alone and as part of a team.- Good communication skills; professional attitude, polite and good levels of personal presentation.- Full UK driving licence and own transport as we are in a rural location, with no access to public transport.Closing date: Monday 20 May 2024To be considered as a Gardener, please apply via the button shown. This vacancy is being advertised by Webrecruit. The services advertised by Webrecruit are those of an Employment Agency.
Gardener £21,000 - £24,000 Sevenoaks, Kent Site Based 08 00 Monday to Friday Permanent Full Time The Job Do you have a green thumb and a keen eye for transforming landscapes into thriving havens? Whether you're tending to flowers, pruning trees, or designing garden layouts, your creativity and expertise will be at the forefront. If you have a knack for nurturing plants and creating beautiful outdoor environments, we want to hear from you. Requirements. Strong knowledge of plants, including care requirements and common issues Proficiency in landscaping techniques such as planting, pruning, and weeding Physical stamina for tasks like lifting, digging, and operating machinery Attention to detail to maintain gardens and landscapes meticulously Effective time management skills to prioritise tasks and meet deadlines Responsibilities General maintenance of grass and surrounding areas Weeding Planting Pruning Rewards £21,000 - £24,000 Free parking Working for a reputable, established company Company Pension Employee discount Westin Par values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK. For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies, we are acting as an Employment Agency Due to the high volume of applicants applying for all roles, we can only reply to candidates with the most relevant skills and experience. If you have not heard back from us within 48 hours of your application, please assume that you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.
May 16, 2024
Full time
Gardener £21,000 - £24,000 Sevenoaks, Kent Site Based 08 00 Monday to Friday Permanent Full Time The Job Do you have a green thumb and a keen eye for transforming landscapes into thriving havens? Whether you're tending to flowers, pruning trees, or designing garden layouts, your creativity and expertise will be at the forefront. If you have a knack for nurturing plants and creating beautiful outdoor environments, we want to hear from you. Requirements. Strong knowledge of plants, including care requirements and common issues Proficiency in landscaping techniques such as planting, pruning, and weeding Physical stamina for tasks like lifting, digging, and operating machinery Attention to detail to maintain gardens and landscapes meticulously Effective time management skills to prioritise tasks and meet deadlines Responsibilities General maintenance of grass and surrounding areas Weeding Planting Pruning Rewards £21,000 - £24,000 Free parking Working for a reputable, established company Company Pension Employee discount Westin Par values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK. For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies, we are acting as an Employment Agency Due to the high volume of applicants applying for all roles, we can only reply to candidates with the most relevant skills and experience. If you have not heard back from us within 48 hours of your application, please assume that you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.
Grounds Maintenance Operative, Cannock Full Time This is an excellent opportunity to work with a market leader providing green services to private and public sector businesses. The role focuses on providing regular grounds maintenance in the Cannock area. An understanding of basic grounds maintenance equipment is required. The Role 40 hrs per week £11.44 - £12 per hour Work outdoors Contribute to the maintenance of open spaces in your local community Duties will include hedge trimming, clearing leaves, shrub bed maintenance, sweeping, garden clearance and litter as required. The Ideal Candidate: The ideal candidate must be keen to learn, enjoy a challenge, be honest, hardworking and reliable, with the ability to work independently. Previous knowledge of Grounds Maintenance skills are desirable, however training will be provided. Previous experience of handheld machinery is preferred, however full training will be given. You must have a clean, UK driving licence A willingness to learn and work hard Ability to work on your own initiative Previous experience of grounds maintenance work. Benefits: Competitive salary Generous annual leave Pension Scheme Career development Job Type: Full-time Pay: £11.44-£12.00 per hour
May 16, 2024
Full time
Grounds Maintenance Operative, Cannock Full Time This is an excellent opportunity to work with a market leader providing green services to private and public sector businesses. The role focuses on providing regular grounds maintenance in the Cannock area. An understanding of basic grounds maintenance equipment is required. The Role 40 hrs per week £11.44 - £12 per hour Work outdoors Contribute to the maintenance of open spaces in your local community Duties will include hedge trimming, clearing leaves, shrub bed maintenance, sweeping, garden clearance and litter as required. The Ideal Candidate: The ideal candidate must be keen to learn, enjoy a challenge, be honest, hardworking and reliable, with the ability to work independently. Previous knowledge of Grounds Maintenance skills are desirable, however training will be provided. Previous experience of handheld machinery is preferred, however full training will be given. You must have a clean, UK driving licence A willingness to learn and work hard Ability to work on your own initiative Previous experience of grounds maintenance work. Benefits: Competitive salary Generous annual leave Pension Scheme Career development Job Type: Full-time Pay: £11.44-£12.00 per hour
Fantastic opportunity for a gardener to join a fast-growing local company. This role is based in Langton Green. Your role is to maintain the gardens and grounds and to contribute to the development of new features and general aesthetic improvements. You'll be reporting to the Senior Gardener and become part of a supportive, close-knit team in a place you'll love working. Key Responsibilities: Maintaining the grounds on multiple sites. Maintaining machinery and equipment in clean and safe working order. Weeding, pruning, and mulching. Mowing the lawns and using machinery such as hedge cutters, leaf blowers, lawnmowers, and tractors. Other duties might include propagation, planting, and tree safety work. Key Skills: Some experience and work-based training in horticultural practises Knowledge or certifications of PA1 and PA6 is an advantage. Perks of the role: Monday-Friday 7 am- 3.30 pm Fantastic salary of £25,000 Healthcare Cash Plan Life Assurance Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) 22 days holiday plus bank holidays Please note you must hold a full UK driving licence for this role Interviews are taking place over the next couple of weeks so please apply with your cv today!
May 14, 2024
Full time
Fantastic opportunity for a gardener to join a fast-growing local company. This role is based in Langton Green. Your role is to maintain the gardens and grounds and to contribute to the development of new features and general aesthetic improvements. You'll be reporting to the Senior Gardener and become part of a supportive, close-knit team in a place you'll love working. Key Responsibilities: Maintaining the grounds on multiple sites. Maintaining machinery and equipment in clean and safe working order. Weeding, pruning, and mulching. Mowing the lawns and using machinery such as hedge cutters, leaf blowers, lawnmowers, and tractors. Other duties might include propagation, planting, and tree safety work. Key Skills: Some experience and work-based training in horticultural practises Knowledge or certifications of PA1 and PA6 is an advantage. Perks of the role: Monday-Friday 7 am- 3.30 pm Fantastic salary of £25,000 Healthcare Cash Plan Life Assurance Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) 22 days holiday plus bank holidays Please note you must hold a full UK driving licence for this role Interviews are taking place over the next couple of weeks so please apply with your cv today!
Summary We've got an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Gardener. This is an exciting time to join the horticulture team at Sheffield Park and Garden as a Gardener, as we go on a journey regarding climate change and progress into new thinking about how to manage our historic landscape. Thiswill influence our practices, the landscape as a whole and what that will mean for a listed and historic garden and landscape. On a rota basis, you'll cover weekends, bank holidays and may be asked to work the occasional evening. Interviews will be held on the 28th of May. What it's like to work here Widely regarded as a horticultural masterpiece, the elegant, landscaped gardens at Sheffield Park are alive with colour and wildlife. Four lakes and gorgeous views make this picturesque location to work in. Family-friendly events are a key part of the visitor experience at Sheffield Park, and welcome people with plenty of shared ideas and energy to join us. This is a great opportunity, you'll be reporting to the Senior Gardener and become part of a supportive, close-knit team in a place you'll love working. Click here for more information about this location What you'll be doing As a Gardener for the National Trust, you'll be a hands-on member of the horticulture team. You'll be involved in every aspect of gardening at Sheffield Park and Garden, including the maintenance of our new garden space, designed by a RHS Chelsea award-winning designer, as part of our work on climate adaptation. Whilst keeping to the highest standards of horticulture, you'll also play a vital role in improving the experience of visitors to the garden and wider estate. You'll be helping to keep the garden in tiptop condition every day. This might involve daily checks to make sure all areas are safe for people visiting, routine tasks such as weeding, pruning and mulching, and using machinery such as hedge cutters, leaf blowers, lawnmowers and tractors. Other duties might include propagation, planting, tree safety work and lake maintenance. You may be involved in recycling and managing waste, along with the rest of the garden team. Who we're looking for We'd love to hear from you if you're: an enthusiastic horticulturist and hands-on gardener, who has some knowledge of hard landscaping knowledgeable about plants, with a great eye for detail and an interest in climate change experienced with machinery including brush cutters, rotary mowers and tractors, with some knowledge of maintenance a driver with a full licence able to manage a demanding outdoor role able to communicate effectively at all levels confident working within a team, with volunteers or on your own able to plan and meet deadlines The package The National Trust has the motto 'For everyone, for ever' at its heart. We're working hard to create an inclusive culture, where everyone feels they belong. It's important that our people reflect and represent the diversity of the communities and audiences we serve. We welcome and value difference, so when we say we're for everyone, we want everyone to be welcome in our teams too. •Substantial pension scheme of up to 10% basic salary •Free entry to National Trust places for you, a guest and your children (under 18) •Tax-free childcare scheme •Rental deposit loan scheme •Season ticket loan •EV car lease scheme •Perks at work discounts such as gym memberships, shopping discount codes, cinema discounts •Holiday allowance up to 32 days relating to length of service, plus holiday purchase scheme, subject to meeting minimum criteria. •Flexible working whenever possible •Employee assistance programme •Free parking at most Trust places Click here to find out more about the benefits we offer to support you.
May 12, 2024
Full time
Summary We've got an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Gardener. This is an exciting time to join the horticulture team at Sheffield Park and Garden as a Gardener, as we go on a journey regarding climate change and progress into new thinking about how to manage our historic landscape. Thiswill influence our practices, the landscape as a whole and what that will mean for a listed and historic garden and landscape. On a rota basis, you'll cover weekends, bank holidays and may be asked to work the occasional evening. Interviews will be held on the 28th of May. What it's like to work here Widely regarded as a horticultural masterpiece, the elegant, landscaped gardens at Sheffield Park are alive with colour and wildlife. Four lakes and gorgeous views make this picturesque location to work in. Family-friendly events are a key part of the visitor experience at Sheffield Park, and welcome people with plenty of shared ideas and energy to join us. This is a great opportunity, you'll be reporting to the Senior Gardener and become part of a supportive, close-knit team in a place you'll love working. Click here for more information about this location What you'll be doing As a Gardener for the National Trust, you'll be a hands-on member of the horticulture team. You'll be involved in every aspect of gardening at Sheffield Park and Garden, including the maintenance of our new garden space, designed by a RHS Chelsea award-winning designer, as part of our work on climate adaptation. Whilst keeping to the highest standards of horticulture, you'll also play a vital role in improving the experience of visitors to the garden and wider estate. You'll be helping to keep the garden in tiptop condition every day. This might involve daily checks to make sure all areas are safe for people visiting, routine tasks such as weeding, pruning and mulching, and using machinery such as hedge cutters, leaf blowers, lawnmowers and tractors. Other duties might include propagation, planting, tree safety work and lake maintenance. You may be involved in recycling and managing waste, along with the rest of the garden team. Who we're looking for We'd love to hear from you if you're: an enthusiastic horticulturist and hands-on gardener, who has some knowledge of hard landscaping knowledgeable about plants, with a great eye for detail and an interest in climate change experienced with machinery including brush cutters, rotary mowers and tractors, with some knowledge of maintenance a driver with a full licence able to manage a demanding outdoor role able to communicate effectively at all levels confident working within a team, with volunteers or on your own able to plan and meet deadlines The package The National Trust has the motto 'For everyone, for ever' at its heart. We're working hard to create an inclusive culture, where everyone feels they belong. It's important that our people reflect and represent the diversity of the communities and audiences we serve. We welcome and value difference, so when we say we're for everyone, we want everyone to be welcome in our teams too. •Substantial pension scheme of up to 10% basic salary •Free entry to National Trust places for you, a guest and your children (under 18) •Tax-free childcare scheme •Rental deposit loan scheme •Season ticket loan •EV car lease scheme •Perks at work discounts such as gym memberships, shopping discount codes, cinema discounts •Holiday allowance up to 32 days relating to length of service, plus holiday purchase scheme, subject to meeting minimum criteria. •Flexible working whenever possible •Employee assistance programme •Free parking at most Trust places Click here to find out more about the benefits we offer to support you.
Landscape Gardener - Residential Developer -£21,500 PA- Bicester, Oxfordshire Potensis Selection are working alongside a leading residential developer based in Bicester, Oxfordshire to assist them in their search for two Landscape Gardeners to join their Landscaping team to help maintain a large residential development based locally to them. Duties: Work from plans made by garden designers or landscape architects Order supplies Prepare the ground or interior space Turf and seed lawns Plant and prune trees and shrubs Put in new plants Advise the client on how to look after the space Provide on-going maintenance Tree Surgery Requirements: ·Full UK Licence ·Experience of working within a landscaping team ·Good Team player You will be working as a trio which are a part of a larger landscaping team to cover this large development. Experience of working in a team is a must, along with a Full clean UK Driving licence. If you feel you are suited to this position please apply with an updated CV to be taken into immediate consideration.
Sep 10, 2021
Full time
Landscape Gardener - Residential Developer -£21,500 PA- Bicester, Oxfordshire Potensis Selection are working alongside a leading residential developer based in Bicester, Oxfordshire to assist them in their search for two Landscape Gardeners to join their Landscaping team to help maintain a large residential development based locally to them. Duties: Work from plans made by garden designers or landscape architects Order supplies Prepare the ground or interior space Turf and seed lawns Plant and prune trees and shrubs Put in new plants Advise the client on how to look after the space Provide on-going maintenance Tree Surgery Requirements: ·Full UK Licence ·Experience of working within a landscaping team ·Good Team player You will be working as a trio which are a part of a larger landscaping team to cover this large development. Experience of working in a team is a must, along with a Full clean UK Driving licence. If you feel you are suited to this position please apply with an updated CV to be taken into immediate consideration.