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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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