Job description
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic and hard-working gardener seeking full time employment within a large established private garden near Malmesbury. required 5 days a week 8am - 4pm. The 6 acres of formal garden include an area of lawns, kitchen garden, glasshouse, flower beds, hedges, topiary, ponds, a moat and number of large trees.
The successful candidate will work under the Head Gardener's supervision to a high standard, and have at least 3 years proven gardening experience. Must be competent in using and maintaining garden tools and equipment. Must be clean and tidy, honest, hard-working and reliable. Most importantly, you must be capable of working both independently and as part of a team. While a horticultural qualification is an advantage, it is not essential. PA1/PA6 spraying certificate would also be beneficial.
Tasks will include but are not limited to:
· Hedge-cutting (beech, box etc.)
· Ornamental hedge cutting
· Topiary
· Tree and shrub pruning
· Border maintenance
· Planting
· Strimming
· Leaf clearance
· Weeding
· NO lawn care!
This is an ideal opportunity for a candidate looking for a long term place of work.
Must have a driving licence, be physically fit and willing to work in all weather conditions.
Working hours: Monday to Friday 8am - 4pm, no overtime or weekend working.
Please send a covering letter and CV to info@cpfarming.com
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: £14.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
* Casual dress
* Company pension
* On-site parking
Schedule:
* 8 hour shift
* Monday to Friday
* No weekends
Ability to commute/relocate:
* Malmesbury: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:
* Horticulture: 3 years (required)
* Gardening: 3 years (required)
Language:
* English (required)
Licence/Certification:
* Driving Licence (required)
Work Location: In person
Reference ID: Assistant Gardener
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