Senior Gardener
- Employer
- Private Estate in Berkshire
- Location
- Ascot, Berkshire
- Salary
- £30,000 - £34,000 per annum (plus discretionary bonus)
- Closing date
- 7 Apr 2023
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- Contract Type
- Permanent
- Hours
- Full Time
- Function
- Gardening Jobs
- Sector
- Horticultural Specialist
- Seniority
- Senior Executive
Job Type: Senior Gardener
Location: Ascot, Berkshire
Hours: Monday to Friday, 7:30am–4:00pm. Some Saturdays and Bank Holidays required during busy periods.
Overview
An exciting opportunity has become available for a skilled and passionate Senior Gardener to join a multi-skilled team on a beautiful private estate in Berkshire.
This position would suit a proactive and creative horticulturalist who has demonstrable experience of working within a private estate or prestigious public garden. Expertise in formal garden maintenance and a comprehensive knowledge of different plant species and their care is essential. Working under the direction of the Head Gardener, and as part of a larger garden and grounds team, you will be primarily responsible for overseeing the maintenance of Grade I listed gardens.
The successful candidate will play an active role in managing new planting projects, liaising with specialist contractors, garden designers and the wider estate team. This role would provide a great opportunity for an ambitious gardener looking to progress in their field, with an attractive employment package and training opportunities.
Responsibilities to include:
- Rose garden pruning/training
- Plant research and procurement
- Seed collection and propagation
- Maintaining herbaceous and mixed borders throughout the
- Estate Vegetable cultivation and harvesting
- Cut-flower production
- Seed collection and propagation
- Seasonal bulb and pot planting
- Potager vegetable cultivation and harvesting
- Pruning fruit trees
- General garden maintenance/tidying
- Weeding and mulching
Requirements:
- 3-5 years’ experience
- Comprehensive plant knowledge and proven practical skills
- RHS Level 2 or above qualification
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