Hedge Cutting jobs in Upton upon Severn

Job Summary

Under the guidance of the Head Gardener, the Gardener is responsible for the gardens, grounds, lawns, arboretum, public play areas and Yew hedge maze – approximately 100 acres

On a weekly basis, the Gardener will also conduct gardening duties at other properties on the estate including several holiday cottages.

The ideal candidate will have training and experience as a gardener and be able to demonstrate proficiency and competence in the safe operation of pedestrian, ride-on, and hand-held machinery. Due to the physical nature of the role the candidate must be physically fit.

You should be able to demonstrate a good knowledge of plants, tree care and general grounds and garden maintenance.

Day to Day Responsibilities:

• Responsible for the care and maintenance of the castle gardens and grounds throughout the year and other properties on the estate
• To be responsible for the care and day-to-day cleaning and maintenance of all tools and equipment

Experience & Knowledge:

• Experience of seasonal, routine maintenance of a variety of plants and trees in a large garden
• Experience in carrying out a range of gardening skills
• Knowledge and experience of health and safety requirements appropriate to gardens open to the public and the use of gardening tools and machinery
• Experience in using garden machinery to include pedestrian mowers, ride-on mowers, strimmers & brush cutters, chain saws and chippers and hedge cutters

Person Specification:

• Team player
• The ability to take the initiative and plan work
• Honest and discreet
• Hard working and a hands-on approach to the role
• Works well with others
• Is receptive to ideas and identifies alternative ways of working when required
• Performs to his/her best ability and leads by example.
• Looks to exceed expectations and encourages others to do the same
• Obtains advice from the right sources
• Always considerers the best interest of the family and business
• Always willing to help and passionate about the job
• A keen eye for detail to ensure high-quality maintenance of all outdoor areas

Preferred Experience & Certification:

• Brush cutting
• Pruning
• Tractor driving
• Flail & Gang mowing
• Application of pesticides – pedestrian spraying PA1 & PA6

Hours of work:

• Monday to Friday 8.00am to 4.30pm
• 30-minute lunch break
• 40 hours per week
• Full time, permanent contract

UK Driving Licence (Required)

Pay: £25,420.00-£30,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Cycle to work scheme
• Employee discount
• On-site parking
• Private medical insurance

Work Location: In person