Gardener jobs in Anstey
- ConfidentialBraunston
- The successful candidate will take ownership of the gardens and grounds, ensuring they are maintained to an exceptionally high standard throughout the year.
Garden Centre Assistant
Often replies in 1 dayRutland Garden CentreOakham LE15 7QN- Employee discount
- Free parking
- Store discount
- Company pension
- Discounted or free food
- On-site parking
Often responds in 1 day- Excellent customer service is our first priority and the wellbeing of our plants is also critical to our success.
- Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent.
- Barnardo'sLeicester
- Annual leave
- Employee discount
- Sick pay
- Employee assistance programme
- Additional leave
- Company pension
- We are looking for a Gardener / Handyperson to support our Leicestershire Residential Children's Services on a part-time permanent basis.
- Glendale Countryside LtdLeicester
- Annual leave
- Employee discount
- Sick pay
- Gym membership
- Company pension
- Job type Permanent, Full Time.
- Glendale offered the full range of landscape services from one unique source of professionals.
- Coventry City CouncilCanley CV4 7DF
- We are responsible for the provision of burial across 6 cemeteries located city wide, the management of Canley Crematorium and Gardens of Remembrance as well as…
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- Derby City CouncilDerby
- Annual leave
- Employee assistance programme
- Company pension
- Car scheme
- Cycle to work scheme
- The role provides a grounds maintenance service on all Derby City Council land, properties and contracts as determined by the service.
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- Derby City CouncilDerby
- Annual leave
- Employee assistance programme
- Company pension
- Car scheme
- Cycle to work scheme
- Grade H £37,280 - £39,862 a year.
- We recognise the importance of work-life balance and can offer flexibility in working arrangements, subject to maintaining…
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View similar jobs with this employerSkilled Gardener
Often replies in 3 daysLeavesley GroupBurton-On-Trent- Company pension
- On-site parking
- Maintain the grounds to a very high standard throughout the seasons.
- Work to improve the gardens.
- General security duties while on site.
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Often replies in 3 daysLeavesley GroupBurton-On-Trent- Company pension
- On-site parking
- Maintain the grounds to a very high standard throughout the seasons.
- Work to improve the gardens.
- General security duties while on site.
- THE LEICESTERSHIRE LANDSCAPING COMPANY LIMITEDLeicester LE8 0PE
- On-site parking
- Kibworth, Leicestershire | Full-Time | Competitive Salary + Overtime.
- Minimum 1–2 years’ experience in landscaping, horticulture, or grounds maintenance.
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NewOften replies in 3 daysLeavesley GroupBurton-On-Trent DE13- Company pension
- On-site parking
- Maintain the grounds to a very high standard throughout the seasons.
- Work to improve the gardens.
- General security duties while on site.
- Minster Care GroupBeeston
- Company pension
- Falcon House to well trained and helpful staff with rooms for up to 46 residents.
- As a member of our maintenance team you will be responsible for carrying out…
Grounds Maintenance Operative
Urgently neededNewtotal ground care services ltdTamworth- Company pension
- On-site parking
- This role involves maintaining and enhancing outdoor environments, ensuring they are safe, attractive, and well-kept.
- Via East MidlandsWest Bridgford
- Employee discount
- Free parking
- Additional leave
- On-site parking
- Design and manage the delivery of landscape design, urban design and environmental improvement projects which may be complex and significant, to achieve quality…
- Nurture LandscapesNottingham NG9 5HA
- Referral programme
- Employee discount
- Sick pay
- Store discount
- Company pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Performing routine maintenance tasks such as mowing, trimming, and edging lawns.
- Planting flowers, shrubs, and trees to enhance the beauty for client sites.
Grounds Maintenance Operative
Often replies in 1 dayWillow Grounds Maintenance LtdCoventry- The position is suitable for individuals with a keen interest in gardening and outdoor maintenance activities.
- Pa1 / Pa6 spraying Licence required.
Job Post Details
Gardener & Estate Management - job post
Job details
Pay
- From £35,000 a year
Job type
- Full-time
Location
Full job description
Head Gardener
Job Purpose
We are looking for an experienced, enthusiastic and practical Head Gardener to care for and develop a beautiful private country estate.
This is an exceptionally varied and hands-on role, ideally suited to someone who has a genuine passion for horticulture, trees, landscaping and the countryside. The successful candidate will take ownership of the gardens and grounds, ensuring they are maintained to an exceptionally high standard throughout the year.
The role extends well beyond traditional gardening and would suit someone who enjoys variety, takes pride in their work and is happy turning their hand to a wide range of estate duties. In addition to gardening, the role includes general estate maintenance, caring for a flock of approximately 40 sheep and assisting during lambing season.
The successful candidate will primarily be based at the main estate but will also be required to visit two additional private properties, typically once per month, to undertake gardening, grounds maintenance and general estate upkeep.
This position would particularly appeal to an individual who enjoys working independently, values the outdoors and takes great satisfaction in seeing the direct results of their work.
Main Duties and Responsibilities
Gardening and Grounds
- Maintain all lawns and grassed areas to a high standard, including mowing, edging and seasonal treatments.
- Care for and develop the gardens, borders and wider landscape throughout the seasons.
- Plant, prune and maintain trees, hedges, shrubs, flowers and vegetable gardens.
- Monitor the health of trees and plants, identifying and addressing pests, diseases and deficiencies where necessary.
- Contribute ideas and practical improvements to enhance the gardens and grounds over time.
- Ensure driveways, pathways and surrounding areas are kept neat, tidy and free from litter and debris.
- Undertake landscaping projects and general improvements around the estate as required.
Estate Maintenance
- Carry out general day-to-day repairs and maintenance across the estate.
- Undertake a variety of handyman duties, including basic carpentry, painting, fencing and minor building repairs.
- Maintain gates, fencing, outbuildings and other estate infrastructure.
- Clean windows and external areas as required.
- Ensure the estate is always presented to the highest possible standard.
Livestock Responsibilities
- Assist with the daily care and management of approximately 40 sheep.
- Monitor livestock health and welfare and report any concerns.
- Maintain livestock housing, fencing and feeding areas.
Machinery and Equipment
- Safely operate and maintain a range of horticultural and estate machinery, including ride-on mowers, strimmers, hedge cutters and other powered equipment.
- Service and carry out routine maintenance on garden machinery and equipment.
- Carry out basic vehicle maintenance and repairs where appropriate.
- Ensure all tools, machinery and vehicles are maintained in a safe, clean and serviceable condition.
Other Duties
- Drive company vehicles as required.
- Visit two additional private properties on a periodic basis (typically once per month) to undertake gardening, grounds maintenance and general estate upkeep.
- Undertake any other reasonable duties associated with the smooth running and upkeep of the estate.
Person SpecificationEssential
- Significant previous experience in gardening, grounds maintenance or estate management.
- Excellent practical knowledge of trees, plants, shrubs and seasonal garden care.
- A genuine passion for horticulture and the countryside.
- Experience of operating and maintaining garden machinery and equipment.
- Good practical handyman skills and experience carrying out general maintenance and repairs.
- The ability to work independently, manage priorities and use initiative.
- Full UK driving licence.
Desirable
- A recognised horticultural qualification.
- Chainsaw certification.
- PA1 and PA6 certificates for pesticide application.
- Experience working with sheep or other livestock.
- Previous lambing experience.
- Experience operating tractors and agricultural machinery.
Personal Attributes
The successful candidate will:
- Be passionate about gardening, trees and landscaping.
- Take pride in maintaining a beautiful and well-kept estate.
- Be reliable, trustworthy and self-motivated.
- Have excellent attention to detail.
- Enjoy working outdoors in all seasons and weather conditions.
- Be practical, adaptable and willing to undertake a wide variety of tasks.
- Possess a strong work ethic and a positive, can-do attitude.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: From £35,000.00 per year