Gardener Apprentice

Delivering precision lawn care and estate management on sites up to 18 acres. Executing techniques like the Chelsea chop, Hampton hack, fruit tree pruning, and hardwood cuttings. Assisting with planting schemes, turfing, and irrigation system installations. Identifying and treating common pests and diseases. Operating chainsaws, pressure washers, and performing general handyman repairs. Maintaining an organised vehicle and ensuring all tools are prepared and fuelled daily. Using Google Calendar and company apps to log work notes and pesticide records. Participating in seasonal refreshers on safety, equipment, and horticultural best practices.

Training Outcome:

Possible permanent employment or progression to a higher level qualification.

Employer Description:

We are an established garden maintenance business primarily working on recurring domestic properties of medium to large size, with our largest site covering approximately 18 acres. Most work comes directly from our own client base via the Gardeners’ Guild, with occasional collaboration with garden designers leading to soft landscaping projects.

The work provides exposure to a wide range of horticultural techniques across well-stocked gardens. Where appropriate, surplus herbaceous divisions are available and staff are welcome to take these home.

We are a small, tight operation where growth is incremental and deliberate, with a strong focus on quality, reliability, and professional standards.

Working Hours :
Monday to Friday, guaranteed 37.5 hours pw, with a requirement to work extra hours when needed to reflect seasonal changes (expected 42.5 hours pw in Summer). Exact shifts to be confirmed.

Skills:
Team working,Physical fitness,Ability to work independently,Reliability,Punctuality,Comfortable working at heights,Comfortable working outdoors,Basic literacy and numeracy