Gardener jobs in Ashbourne

An exciting opportunity has arisen within our gardening team based in Nottingham for an experienced gardener.

The Role

As well as providing ongoing maintenance to our regular clients there is opportunity to have input into client’s garden development, planting plans or to assist other teams with design builds by RHS Gold medallist designers.

Working pattern is set, Monday to Friday, with an 8AM start. End time dependant on season (4pm Winter/5pm Summer) with opportunity for optional paid overtime. Travel between jobs is paid and included in a working day. Happy to discuss part-time or full-time work.

The Candidate

A successful candidate will be self-motivated with the ability to work alone or as part of a team on general garden maintenance and one off project work.

An extended understanding of horticultural techniques and principals is necessary, and previous experience in horticulture, gardening or similar is essential.

The ideal candidate will have knowledge and experience with the safe use of garden power tools. A PA1 & PA6 spraying certificate is desirable, but training can be provided for the right applicant.

A driving licence is essential for this role.

Skilled Gardener Responsibilities

• Confident plant identification skills and care knowledge
• Working with a mixture of hand tools, petrol small engines and pedestrian mowers
• Garden maintenance tasks include pruning, weeding, mowing, hedge-cutting and reduction, planting, pruning and many other seasonal garden duties
• Pushing gardens forward with fresh ideas
• Ensuring that all equipment and machinery is kept in good working order and faults are highlighted to the managers promptly

Essential Characteristics

• Previous experience in horticulture or relevant qualifications
• Proficiency with handheld garden machinery and small engines
• Knowledge of appropriate horticultural techniques
• Positive and sociable nature
• Capable of working in all weathers
• Ability to work in a safe and professional manner

Desirable Qualifications (but not essential)

• RHS Level 2 or similar
• Emergency First Aid at Work Certification ( training will be provided for the right candidate)
• PA1/PA6 spraying license

Perks include:

• Holiday bonus scheme
• Training and continuous development opportunities
• Optional group activities - in 2022 Creative Roots team took on the UK 3 peaks challenge, last year we did a woodland survival course
• Provision of gardening uniform and all PPE
• Opportunity to be part of show garden builds
• Sociable working environment within a diverse team

Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Schedule: Mon-Fri

Salary: £24,500

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: £24,500.00 per year

Additional pay:

• Performance bonus

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Free flu jabs
• On-site parking

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Application question(s):

• Do you have any horticultural qualifications such as RHS level 2 or above?

Experience:

• Horticultural: 2 years (required)

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 30/04/2025
Expected start date: 01/05/2025