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Gardener

Employer
Yotes Court
Location
Mereworth, Kent
Salary
Competitive salary depending upon qualifications and experience
Closing date
28 Feb 2019

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Contract Type
Permanent
Hours
Full Time
Function
Gardening Jobs
Sector
Horticultural Specialist

EXCITING OPPORTUNITY FOR AN EXPERIENCED GARDENER TO WORK IN A LARGE PRIVATE GARDEN DESIGNED AND PLANTED BY RHS GOLD MEDALIST TOM STUART-SMITH

Enthusiastic Gardener sought to assist with the upkeep of a large garden designed and planted in 2010 by Tom Stuart-Smith, RHS Chelsea Flower Show eight-time gold medalist. The grounds include extensive and unique herbaceous planting, hedges and topiary, vegetable and cut flower beds, a large walled garden, nuttery, production glasshouse, orchard, formal lawns, wildflower meadow and parkland. The garden is unique in its range of interesting plants, diverse horticultural tasks, and high-quality finish as well as in its attractive contemporary design.

The successful candidate will

  • hold at least a RHS Level 2 qualification or equivalent experience
  • possess a positive and proactive attitude
  • have basic practical plant knowledge and horticulture skills with good attention to detail
  • have experience in the safe use of garden machinery including strimmers, hedge trimmers, leaf blowers, pedestrian and ride-on lawn mowers

The Gardener will join a team of three highly competent and motivated gardeners reporting to the Head Gardener. This is an outstanding opportunity for an enthusiastic and engaged gardener to improve their horticultural knowledge and skills in a supportive work environment, and a good attitude and willingness to learn are the most essential qualifications. Candidates with a demonstrable passion for plants and gardening are encouraged to apply. This is a physically demanding role and requires someone who is happy to work outside in all weather.

Personal transport and a full driving license are required, PA1/PA6 spray certifications are desirable but not essential. Salary is competitive, dependent upon experience and qualifications, and includes a clothing allowance and benefits.

Please apply with C.V. and covering letter. The closing date for this position is Feb. 28, 2019, and applications will be considered as they arrive.

No agencies, please.

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