Estate Gardener, Windsor Park Surrey, £35k to £37k GPA

Experienced gardener sought to join a skilled, committed grounds team working to exceptional standards. Much of the work is in a formal garden, so hands-on experience with topiary, rose gardens and herbaceous borders is essential. Experience of caring for newly developed landscapes would be a real advantage, as parts of the estate are still settling in.

This role suits a methodical, practical gardener who takes pride in precise, detailed work and is equally comfortable working independently or as part of a close team.

• ResponsibilitiesAll aspects of grounds and garden maintenance across the estate, with a focus on formal areas
• Operating ride-on mowers, strimmers, blowers and hedge cutters
• Care and upkeep of hand tools and machinery
• Managing and making effective use of irrigation systems
• Liaising with estate management and external contractors as needed
• RequirementsProven experience with topiary, rose gardens and herbaceous borders
• Formal horticultural qualification
• PA1 and PA6 spraying certificates
• Full, clean UK driving licence
• Broad knowledge of estate gardening, including irrigation systems
• Well organised, with a practical and methodical approach
• A good communicator with a positive attitude
• Experience with newly developed landscapes (desirable)

Salary: £35k – £37k GPA DOE, with a discretionary annual bonus after successful completion of probation

Hours: Full-time, 8am to 4pm, five consecutive days per week on a rota that may include weekends

Annual Leave: 28 days' annual leave inclusive of bank holidays, rising by one day for each full year of service to a maximum of 33