Gardening jobs in Yateley

Heckfield Estates is looking for an enthusiastic, knowledgeable individual to join its team To assist the Head Arborist with the propagation of trees and woody plants, and the daily running of the Biodynamic nursery.

The tree nursery was created to allow us to propagate from the incredible trees on the 438 acre estate that were planted from the mid-1700s onwards, with the intention to succession plant. This will ensure that there will always be prolific trees inhabiting the estate here at Heckfield for generations to come. We are now collecting material from other estates and institutions to diversify our genetics and species range, focusing on rare trees and red listed endangered species that will help global conservation efforts.

Collect seed and propagation material.

Extract seeds, label, monitor stratification and keep records.

Seed sowing.

Potting on.

Watering (glasshouse, and outside pots).

Weeding.

Feeding trees.

Applying bio controls.

Putting together Airpots.

General maintenance.

Record keeping.

Our 438 acre landscape has been laid down for over 250 years and includes our 340 acre original Home Farm which is mixed arable and livestock, certified organic and farmed biodynamically. Within the farm there is a five-acre market garden. Across the estate we have ornamental lawns, and gardens, 2 historical clay lined lakes, the chalk lined river White Water and various mixed woodlands. The estate is home to Heckfield Place (www.heckfieldplace.com), a Georgian family home now lovingly restored to a five-star hotel and surrounded by Hampshire countryside.

You will be working within the amazing historic grounds of the estate and farm.

We are working on something very special in these lovely grounds, developing the Arboretum from seed. We would be pleased to hear from you if you are interested in joining the team.

Only candidates with the Right to Work in the UK should apply.

We are an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons.

Job Types: Part-time, Permanent

Pay: £11.50-£13.34 per hour

Expected hours: No less than 16 per week

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Discounted or free food
• Employee discount
• Health & wellbeing programme
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Private medical insurance
• Referral programme
• Sick pay

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekend availability

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Bramshill, RG27 0LA: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)

Experience:

• gardening or similar garden centre: 1 year (preferred)

Work Location: In person