About the role
The Leckford Estate was purchased by John Spedan Lewis (the founder of the Partnership) in 1928 as his private estate, converted into a limited company in 1929 and is now part of the John Lewis Partnership. In August 2001 the Leckford Estate became part of Waitrose & Partners, providing a real focus for it to produce food for the Partnership’s food stores under the Leckford brand.
Located in the heart of rural Hampshire, Leckford Estate is an area of outstanding beauty and only 25 minutes from the New Forest. Join us and you’ll enjoy a remarkable and unrivalled working environment and setting.
At a glance
Salary: £23,280 - £25,000
Contract type: Permanent
Hours of work: 39 hours per week
Monday to Thursday: 07:30am - 16:00pm
Friday: 07:30am - 15:00pm
Location: Leckford Abbas hotel
About the role
This exciting permanent role is based at the Leckford Abbas hotel in Hampshire, once the original home of Spedan Lewis, set in beautiful countryside and close to the River Test.
This role would suit a self-motivated, passionate and experienced horticulturist who is available to deliver and maintain high standards throughout the gardens and grounds.
The Gardens and Grounds Technician will be responsible for managing the gardens within the hotel grounds, including maintaining two greenhouses, used for propagation of plants, fruit and vegetables and a walled kitchen garden used to supply the Abbas restaurant kitchens.
Key responsibilities
1. To assist with the improvement and maintenance of the Gardens, ensuring they are presented at the highest standards.
2. To efficiently undertake all horticultural and maintenance tasks as requested.
3. To maintain and use a wide range of tools and powered equipment and complete any records required.
4. To ensure and promote the health and safety of yourself and others in accordance with Partnership requirements.
5. To establish good working relationships with other Partners and Managers.
6. To welcome and communicate with visitors to the Gardens, which can include giving talks, selling tickets and answering questions.
7. To maintain current knowledge of horticultural practices and environmental considerations.
8. To provide Department out of hours cover on a rota basis.
9. To support and take part in Estate events as required.
Essential skills
1. Experience of propagation and working in a production garden.
2. Able to work with minimal supervision.
3. Minimum of 2 years professional gardening experience with a good understanding of plants, pests and soil types.
4. Full Driving Licence.
5. Minimum NVQ Level 2 Amenity Horticulture or equivalent professional experience.
6. Good communication skills.
Desirable skills
1. PA1 & PA6a Pesticide certificate.
2. NPTC CS30/31 Chainsaw certificate.
Benefits of the Partnership and the role
1. Full-time working holiday entitlement 22 days holiday, plus public and bank holidays (this is prorated for part-time hours).
2. Excellent work-life balance, including focus on well-being and flexible working.
3. Defined Contribution pension scheme where your contributions will be matched by the Partnership (up to 8% of pay).
4. Partnership discount in store and online once you complete your Earning Membership period.
5. Simple cycle to work support scheme.
6. Once you’ve been with us for three months, you’re welcome to explore our exclusive hotels.
7. Learn more about our extensive range of exciting benefits that you could enjoy when you join us, visit www.jlpjobs.com/about/benefits/.
Next Steps
1. The application form consists of a CV upload followed by application questions.
2. You'll be asked about any adjustments you might need to support the recruitment process.
Thanks for your patience in the meantime and for showing an interest in joining JLP.
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About The Partnership
We’re the largest employee-owned business in the UK and home of our cherished brands, John Lewis and Waitrose.
As Partners, we make all the difference. And, we all own it.
Important points to note:
It’s important to note that some of our roles are subject to pre-employment vetting.
We also recommend that you apply as soon as possible as vacancies can close early if we see a high number of applicants.
We want all of our Partners to have a good work-life balance and we support flexible working.
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