An exciting opportunity has arisen for a full-time Gardener with enthusiasm to work as part of The Macallan Estate garden & grounds team. The role is predominantly responsible for the maintenance of the estate grounds, which are centred around on-site accommodation, Easter Elchies House & Ghillies House, as well as The Distillery, Warehousing and office buildings which comprise of formal lawns surrounding the houses, wildflower meadows, herbaceous/ever green borders, and young & mature trees/woodland. The estate extends to 485 acre comprised of distillery and guest operations and buildings, warehousing, woodlands, farmland and the River Spey fishing beat. As part of the estate management plan, an external horticultural contractor is employed to look after more basic maintenance operations including large areas of grass cutting, spraying and woodland management. The role holder of Gardener will be expected manage this contractor during the day-to-day operations ensuring all maintenance tasks are carried out as agreed. Sustainability, biodiversity and habitat management are central to the Macallan strategy, continued development of the estate will form a large part of this role.Make an Impact
* Act as The Macallan ambassador to all guests on the Estate through increased knowledge of the brand and Estate
* Present updates on Estate development to colleagues
* Habitat and biodiversity management
* Supervision of horticultural maintenance contractors
* Assist the head gardener to develop the long-term landscaping and maintenance plan along with main horticultural consultants to achieve 5-star site appearance
* Undertake landscape design projects liaising with the Head Gardener for final design approval
* Maintain distillery green roof including irrigation system
* Working with the Estate Chef develop home grow produce by creation of a kitchen garden
* Assist kitchen and bar staff with knowledge of site native species
* Develop and maintain native species lists including location maps
* Working with Head Gardener and local foraging experts investigate and record wild ingredients list and introduce indigenous species for use in the MDE
* All aspects of high amenity garden maintenance, such as weeding, pruning, planting, hedge cutting and grass cutting etc. in public facing areas, the main house and distillery surrounds
* Competent in the use of appropriate power tools, lawn mowers, hedge cutting, chainsaws and strimmer's, training may be provided if required
* Liaising with internal stakeholders and maintenance contractor, updating them on the work being undertaken and making recommendations on ideas to improve and develop the garden and estate
* Carry out risk assessments for all tasks, contractor audits, site inductions with external contractors
* All other appropriate activates delegated by the Head Gardener
To succeed in this role, you must have extensive knowledge of plants, horticulture, and lawn management, along with expertise in kitchen gardening, habitat management, and biodiversity. Familiarity with local wildlife would be beneficial. You are passionate about working outdoors and possess excellent practical gardening skills. Self-motivated and well-organised, you demonstrate strong planning abilities and a friendly, professional approach. Ideally, you hold an SCQF Level 6 qualification in Horticulture or a recognised habitat and biodiversity qualification (or equivalent), with the ambition to progress to HNC level. PC literacy skills would be advantageous. Experience in conducting risk assessments, along with relevant qualifications such as IOSH Managing Safely, would be highly desirable. A solid understanding of environmental regulations, strong problem-solving skills, and the ability to take an innovative approach when needed are essential. As this role
involves travel around The Macallan Estate, a full, clean driving license is required.
Our vision is to give more by crafting exceptional ultra-premium spirit brands. The Macallan is our leading brand, supported by Highland Park and The Glenrothes in the fast-growing single malt category and Naked Malt in the blended malt category. Our portfolio is completed with Brugal premium rum from the Dominican Republic, The Famous Grouse Blended Scotch Whisky, and Wyoming Whiskey in the American Whiskey category. Edrington also has a strategic partnership with No.3 London Dry Gin. Our principal shareholder is a charitable trust, so we were built to make a world of difference. Discover a place where values define our culture. The home of exceptional brands, where people and teams thrive.
* Salary £27,000 - £31,500
* 37 days holiday, plus 4 Giving More volunteer days
* Save for retirement and invest in your future - pension contributions (employee up to 8.75%, employer up to 14%)
* Share in our success with up to 10% Share Reward scheme (subject to eligibility)
* Private medical insurance that covers the cost of private healthcare and includes round the clock access to GP services and menopause health line
* 24/7 support for you and your loved ones to counselling, life coaching and information on financial, mental, and physical wellbeing
* Experience our exceptional brands with a generous annual product allowance, plus at least 20% discount in our staff shop
* Embrace work-life harmony with 26 weeks' paid maternity, paternity and adoption leave, and up to five paid carers leave days a year