Gardener at Weybourne

Bath, England, United Kingdom -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

11 Aug, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

13 May, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Horticulture, Garden Maintenance, Plant Propagation, Lawn Care, Pruning, Pest Control, Garden Machinery Operation, Planting Design, Floristry, Topiary, Vegetable Growing, Health and Safety Compliance

Industry

Financial Services

Description

An amazing opportunity has become available for an experienced Gardener to join a large private Estate in the Bath and North Somerset area. The successful candidate will work with the Gardens team to achieve the highest standards of horticulture to help ensure that the gardens are beautifully presented and maintained. This the perfect role for a real outdoors person who, come rain or shine, wants to roll up their sleeves to work in the gardens. It is a great environment and a real team effort to maintain the gardens to a high standard. The successful candidate will be required to have a good general knowledge of practical horticulture and be prepared to be hands on, with tasks including growing of fruit, vegetables, flowers, beds and boarders, training of plants. Experience in using a range of garden machinery to include ride-on and pedestrian mowers, strimmers and hedge cutters is essential. Key Responsibilities Garden maintenance, as directed by the Head Gardener to include: Grass care and maintenance / lawn mowing Propagation, growing and maintenance of greenhouse and container plants. Planting and maintenance of seasonal flower displays. Weeding, leaf clearance, hedge maintenance and topiary. Planters, pots and bedding plant care. Planting out, watering plants (including weekend watering, on a rota system). Plant feeding, and pruning, including roses, climbers and fruit trees. Training and staking of plants. Planting, including herbaceous planting and dividing. Spraying – pest, disease and weed control. Vegetable/herb/soft fruit growing and pruning. Picking and harvesting. Care of house plants and orangery plants. Helping others with their areas where needed. Involvement in garden projects, as directed by the Head Gardener. Uphold and maintain Estate Values; ensure that you understand, embrace and focus on the principles and priorities of the Estate. Develop and maintain positive working relationships across the Estate. Comply with all relevant Estate Health and Safety and Environment (HSE) practices and procedures, as outlined in the Health and Safety Policy/Procedures. Work with the Health & Safety Manager/Health & Safety Consultants as required, within remit of role. Ensure accidents, near misses and observations are recorded/reported for investigation, as needed. Proactively promote and maintain high standards across the Estate – taking initiative to resolve and/or draw attention to areas that do not meet required standards or any issues that arise. Abide by all Estate’s policies and procedures; if you become aware of colleagues who are not doing this, reporting appropriately. Committed to continuous development of own skills and knowledge, undergoing training where necessary. Any other ad hoc duties. Person specification / Core Competencies: Skilled gardener/horticulturalist with wide range of experience in high-quality settings, including the tasks listed above. Relevant qualifications desirable (e.g. RHS level 2 certificates, diploma or equivalent e.g. NVQ). Good plant knowledge with Garden and planting design experience/training desirable. Keen eye for detail; appreciation and understanding of colour, form and aesthetics in the garden is essential. Experience in temporary floral displays, floristry and container growing is desirable. Spraying certificate desirable PA1 & PA6 (training will be provided where necessary). Some knowledge of biological control and organic pest control is desirable. Able to work in a tidy, safe manner and maintain tools and equipment. Confident communication skills, with the ability to interact with different individuals Able to demonstrate a professional manner with excellent organisational skills. Computer literate. Proactive and flexible approach to work. Willing to take responsibility and ownership for tasks and garden areas. Strong sense of discretion, appreciating the confidentiality of the work. Ability to work autonomously, whilst possessing strong teamwork skills. Keen to suggest improvements to ways of working and a willingness to embrace new working practices. Valid UK driving license. Must be willing to undergo Enhanced DBS check. Eligibility to work in the UK. Brilliant checkable references. 27 days annual leave + public holidays. Pension Plan. Free onsite parking.

Responsibilities

Maintain high horticultural standards across a large private estate, including lawn care, planting, and pruning. Perform various gardening tasks such as propagation, pest control, and the maintenance of greenhouses and seasonal displays.