Experienced Gardener - Driver - Part Time or Full Time

Location : South West London
Salary : 28k - 31k - Pro rata
Vacancy type : Permanent
Vacancy ID : 49969

Our client is an established Garden Design, Build and Garden Maintenance Company. They offer a professional service for both private and commercial outdoor spaces across London.

They design, build and maintain a fantastic variety of gardens, from plush roof gardens in Chelsea to leafy sprawling gardens in Hampstead.

They take pride in their work and strive for the best results and are known for offering a professional all round service from dedicated gardeners.
 

An opportunity has arisen for an experienced and enthusiastic gardener to join their garden maintenance team in the South west London area. They are looking for people that are hardworking, passionate about horticulture and possess a good understanding of horticultural practises. A positive, flexible attitude is essential, along with a willingness to learn and adapt to the gardens philosophy and principles.

PART TIME CANDIDATES WELCOME

Your experience must include essential gardening skills to maintain the gardens to the highest of standards. The role includes the safe use of power tools including strimmer, hedge cutter, lawn mower and leaf blower so you must be skilled in using all relevant gardening equipment.
 

Gardeners usually work in teams of 2 (Experienced Gardener & Gardener) and maintain up to 3 gardens per day.
 

The position of Experienced Gardener requires the ability to work both alone and as part of a team with initiative to deal with the seasonal pressures of the job. You will be responsible for a Gardener and maintaining the gardens to the highest standard, reflecting a sense of pride and ownership. You would also implement soft landscaping schemes for residential and commercial clients.
 

Applicants will require the following:

• A passion for gardening
• A minimum of 3 years experience in practical amenity horticulture
• Formal horticulture qualifications an advantage
• A good knowledge of plants, pruning, lawn care, pest and disease identification and treatment
• To be well presented and punctual
• Able to communicate effectively with customers and colleagues

A full UK driving licence, CV and references are essential.

Salary

Circa £28-£31k depending on experience
Pro-Rata for Part -Time role

Company vehicle, pension and uniform provided.

Job Types: Full-time or Part Time Permanent

Benefits:

• Company pension

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• Part time to full time

Please quote 49969 when speaking with one of our consultants.