Gardener/Groundsperson

An exciting opportunity is available for an experienced,  hands-on Groundsperson/Gardener to work alongside the owners, the Head Gardener, the gardening team and wider estate teams,  maintaining the stunning gardens set within an historic estate in Cambridgeshire. 

The Owners are seeking an enthusiastic, reliable individual, who has experience within a similar setting, keeping gardens to the highest of standards.  Applicants must take pride in their work and demonstrate an interest in horticulture.

A good knowledge of servicing and maintaining compact tractors, implements, pedestrian mowers and handheld machinery is essential.  PA1 and PA6 spray certification is desirable. Knowledge of automatic irrigation systems and cylinder mowers would be advantageous, as would a chainsaw certification, contractors are used for larger tree works.

The gardens open each year for various events, raising impressive funds for charity through admissions, food, plant and craft sales. The horticultural team assist with these events acting as an ambassador for the gardens and showcasing their hard work. Therefore, it is asked that the successful candidate will assist with these openings, working an additional two Sundays per year. 

Regular working hours for the position are Monday to Friday, 8am – 4:30pm, with 30-minutes paid morning break and 30-minutes unpaid lunch. Holiday entitlement will be 24 days + Bank Holidays. 

Please note, the successful applicant will be subject to extensive reference checks both written and verbal. 

To apply please email - info@larstonerecruitment.com