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Gardener

Employer
Sandringham Estate
Location
PE35 6EN, Sandringham
Salary
Competitive salary plus generous pension and benefits package
Closing date
9 Jun 2022

Job Details

The Royal Gardens at Sandringham are looking to recruit a Gardener with a thorough understanding of horticultural principles who can work as part of an enthusiastic and established team on a number of exciting projects being undertaken within the Sandringham Estate.

Set in the beautiful Norfolk countryside, just minutes from the North Norfolk Coast Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, the gardens are nestled within the grounds and parkland of the 20,000 acre Sandringham Estate.

With a minimum two years’ relevant experience and a broad knowledge of plants, the successful candidate will have an excellent eye for detail and take pride in delivering high horticultural standards. Experience in operating and maintaining horticultural machinery is desirable.

This is an exciting opportunity for an individual looking to develop their horticultural career in a prestigious and historic Garden.

Key tasks and main responsibilities:

  • To care for, develop and maintain a diverse range of plants, trees and shrubs.
  • To work as part of an enthusiastic team to deliver projects and improvements.
  • To have a good understanding of horticultural presentation standards and how to maintain them year-round.
  • To assist in the preparation for special events and ensure the gardens are presented to the highest standard.
  • To have the ability to work as one team and collaborate with other departments.
  • To adhere to all Sandringham Estate Health and Safety policies and safe working practices.
  • To work alongside, and lead, groups of garden volunteers.
  • To use and maintain garden machinery and powered hand tools.

Person Specification

The successful candidate will:

  • Present themselves well to colleagues, visitors and guests.
  • Have an interest in, and understanding of, horticultural principles.
  • Have a positive attitude to safe working practices.
  • Be expected to grow their knowledge base, skill set and develop any other areas as identified in the annual PDR meetings.
  • Work towards the department’s annual objectives alongside team members.
  • Have a good understanding of basic IT systems.
  • Hold a full, clean driving licence.

Company

WELCOME TO SANDRINGHAM ESTATE

https://www.sandringhamestate.co.uk/

Watch a tour around Sandringham Estate in 2023

"SANDRINGHAM IS THE MUCH-LOVED COUNTRY RETREAT OF THE BRITISH ROYAL FAMILY"

Generations of history since 1862

 

With generations of history linked to the British Monarch, Sandringham Estate remains the private country retreat to Their Majesties The King Charles III and Queen Camilla.

Including an organic farm, sawmill, residential and commercial properties, local parishes and communities nestled in the heart of The Norfolk Coast Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.

The House with Jacobean style exterior was built by King Edward VII and Queen Alexandra and houses a collection of treasures ranging from the Victorian-era to present day. Surrounded by glorious Gardens landscaped by Geoffrey Jelicoe - developed in turn by each Monarch and an extensive Royal Parkland with Children's Play Area and Courtyard Facilities.

Welcome to a working Estate offering opportunities to relax and unwind, exercise and clear your mind and give a fascinating insight into the heritage of The Royal Family.

Our beautiful gardens - Where you could be working next

Set over 25 hectares (60 acres) and enjoyed by the Royal Family and their guests when in residence, the more formal Gardens are open from April - October. The grounds have been developed in turn by each monarch since 1863 when King Edward VII and Queen Alexandra purchased the Estate.

A densely planted shrubbery with a shady woodland walk was instigated by Queen Elizabeth II in the late 1960’s. A collection of Rhododendron, Camellia and Magnolia trees were brought up from Windsor were planted to create more interest, shelter and privacy in the garden.

Much of the planting has now matured and along with a wide range of rare and unusual trees, under planted with shade loving plants, provide a spectacular display for those who enjoy the shape, colour and texture of leaves, stems and bark though the seasons.

Created by Geoffrey Jelicoe in 1947 for King George VI the formal enclosed areas of garden are informally planted in a cottage garden style and are usually at their best in late July where they act as a haven for bees and butterflies.

Throughout the garden areas of informal lawn are dotted with trees of all ages including an oak tree planted by Queen Victoria and a Giant Red Wood tree planted by Princess Christian Of Denmark. The Oldest tree in the Garden is a Veteran Oak standing beside the upper lake, this is said to be over 8oo years old. Two ornamental lakes are bordered areas of rockwork were landscaped in the 1880’s for King Edward VII by James Pulham, a landscape gardener of the time who specialised in stonework and the creation of grottoes, rock faces and stoneware which was very popular at the time.

Natural Springs feed the lakes and an ornamental stream planted with moisture loving plants meandering through meadow areas. This part of the garden is managed in a more naturalistic style to encourage a wide range of wildlife.

Please Note: There are uneven surfaces in the Gardens due to the landscape and historic nature of the property, some surfaces may be slippery when wet. Open water in the Gardens and all children should be closely supervised at all times. A full risk assessment is in place.

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Contact us

enquiries@sandringhamestate.co.uk

The Sandringham Estate
Estate Office
Sandringham
Norfolk
PE35 6EN

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