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Garden Caretaker
Job Posted: 2 days ago
Salary: £ 26,722 - 26,722 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Egham, Surrey
Expire in: a month
Job Description
The Opportunity
We are currently recruiting for a Garden Caretaker based across multiple sites within a defined regional area. The key locations covered are Egham and Woking, with travel between sites required. This is a full time permanent position with a salary of £26,722 per year. Working hours change seasonally as outlined below. The role is mobile in nature or may be based at a static site depending on operational need. The start date is to be confirmed.
A Garden Caretaker is an experienced horticulturist responsible for maintaining specific plots within a region to the highest standards. This is a practical hands on role that includes both routine care and renovation work, following established horticultural policies and procedures. You will work independently on site while remaining part of a wider estates team.
Key Responsibilities
* Maintaining allocated plots to consistently high horticultural standards
* Carrying out general garden maintenance and renovation work across sites
* Undertaking turf culture work including mowing edging feeding and seasonal care
* Maintaining planted borders around memorial features and headstones with care and accuracy
* Planting seasonal displays shrubs bulbs and ornamental planting schemes
* Carrying out pest and disease monitoring and control in line with safe procedures
* Operating horticultural machinery and completing basic maintenance checks
* Supporting tree and woody plant care including pruning and safe maintenance work
* Cleaning and caring for ornamental and site features as required
* Following site schedules and recording work completed
Requirements
* Proven experience as an experienced gardener or horticulturist
* Strong practical skills across a wide range of horticultural tasks
* Confident use of horticultural machinery and tools
* Good understanding of safe working practices and Health and Safety procedures
* Ability to work independently across multiple plots and sites
* Full clean UK driving licence due to regional travel requirements
Skills and Qualities
* Excellent plant knowledge and attention to detail
* Reliable organised and able to manage workload effectively
* Respectful professional approach suited to sensitive environments
* Strong communication skills with colleagues and site stakeholders
* Practical problem solving and a proactive attitude
* Ability to follow horticultural standards and procedures consistently
What’s On Offer
* Permanent full time position
* Salary of £26,722 per year
* Seasonal working hours with a clear summer and winter pattern
* Supportive estates team environment
* Opportunity to work across varied and well maintained sites
* Day to day operational purchasing responsibility as required for the role
Working Hours
Summer Hours
Monday to Thursday 8.00am to 12.30 / 1.30pm to 5.00pm
Friday 8.00am to 12.30pm / 1.30pm to 4.00pm
Winter Hours
Monday to Friday 8.00am to 12.30 / 1.00pm to 4.00pm
How to Apply
This role is being recruited by Halmer Group on behalf of our client. To be considered, please submit your CV along with a brief covering note outlining your experience, qualifications and suitability for this position. All applications will be treated in strict confidence.
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