SENIOR GARDENER

DEPARTMENT: GROUNDS - GARDENS

The Gardens Team are part of the Grounds Department and are made up of 29 professional and highly motivated individuals who pride themselves on the maintenance and upkeep of the prestigious gardens and lawns, including herbaceous borders, woodland borders, a lake, hot border, conservatory, extensive rose borders and mature shrubs and trees. The team pride themselves on a high standard of visual aesthetic as well as a strong engagement with biodiverse and sustainable horticultural practices.

THE ROLE

We are looking for a highly motivated individual who is experienced with estate horticulture and who has a high level of professionalism and horticultural knowledge. A specialism with aquatics, roses, exotics or indoor plants is desirable but not essential. An RHS Level 2 or equivalent qualification is required as well as previous practical experience in the industry, however more practical experience would be an advantage.

• Allocating duties to the team of Gardeners.

• Working with the Head Gardener on weekly and monthly operations logistics.

• To place orders and manage data spreadsheets.

• To manage the IPM systems and biological controls.

• To ensure all Gardeners are appropriately trained and carry out all duties in line with the Club's Health & Safety Policy.

• To provide horticultural knowledge and guidance to the team of Gardeners informally and as a part of the Annual Training Schedule.

• To undertake all horticultural duties to ensure that the Club gardens are maintained and developed to a high standard.

• Take maintenance and development responsibility for a portion of the Club's gardens.

• Deputising for the Head Gardener and attending meetings when required.

WORKING SCHEDULE

As a Senior Gardener you will work a 39-hour week, plus regular weekend overtime - one in three weekend mornings.

THE CANDIDATE

Candidates will be passionate and qualified horticulturalists (minimum RHS Level 2, PA1 and PA6 Spraying Qualifications) coupled with an extensive plant knowledge. Previous experience of supervising teams and managing budgets would be advantageous. A sound knowledge of computers and IT systems is also required.

We offer a substantial and varied schedule of training including but not limited to in-house workshops, webinars, practical machinery training, garden visits and horticultural placements.

All uniform and all-weather clothing is provided free, as well as a free onsite canteen and onsite parking, as part of a wider employee benefits package.

Candidates must embody our Club values; excellence, responsibility and courtesy, have the ability to work under pressure and be friendly, polite and diplomatic.

BENEFITS

Benefits include:

• 23 days of annual leave (rising to 28 days after 5 years' continuous service) plus Bank Holidays.

• Generous contributory pension.

• Life assurance, group income protection and an enhanced sick pay scheme.

• Opportunities for training, development and progression.

• Annual bonus scheme and annual performance pay review.

• Staff social events, free meals on duty and free onsite parking.

• Along with other benefits!

The Hurlingham Club is passionate about creating an inclusive workplace that promotes and values diversity.

Please note that, due to the high volume of applications we receive, if you do not hear from us within four weeks then unfortunately you were not successful in your application on this occasion.