A delightful opportunity for an experienced and organised couple of gardeners to work for a private family on their Estate in Surrey.
The stunning, large garden comprises herbaceous borders, 2 mixed shrub and herbeceaus gardens, harboretum, green houses, large kitchen and fruit garden that provides the house with fruit and vegetables, lawn and woodland.
Applicants will work as part of a team, experience in all or some aspects of gardening necessary: pruning, lawn care, planting, propagating, growing vegetables, as well as general garden maintenance including weeding, strimming and hedge cutting. Strong plant knowledge desirable. The property is Grade II listed, set within a shooting estate.
40-hours per week, Monday to Friday .There will be occasional weekend work on rota basis consisting of watering, dog caring and security duties. The position provides a stunning newly built two-bedroom cottage, with garden, onsite with all bills included. Regrettably no pets of their own. Generous salary depending on experience.
The successful applicants
- Passionate about their work
- Responsible
- Willing to learn and open for feedback
- Dogs lover
- Ability to work with little supervision and maintain a high level of performance
- Working quickly without compromising quality
- Knowledge of English language
- Discretion and integrity are of central importance
- Well organised and structured
- Ability to problem solve with autonomy
- At least one to be a driver
- Good knowledge of different machinery.
Please apply with CV.