Gardener/ Groundsperson

**The vacancy**

Do you love being outdoors? We are looking for new **GARDENING TEAM MEMBERS** to join us. You will work as part of team of 2-3 people providing gardening services at prestigious sites throughout Hertfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Bedfordshire and North London. Our client sites vary from residential gardens (of all sizes) through to commercial and public spaces such as business parks, corporate offices and places of historic interest.

On a day-to-day basis your job will include:

- digging, planting and weeding flower beds and borders.
- looking after lawns.
- tidying overgrown shrubs and trees and clearing paths.
- controlling pests that damage plants.
- using equipment safely, like lawn mowers and hedge trimmers.

**About The Garden Company**

Based near Hemel Hempstead, we create and care for beautiful places through our team’s design expertise, landscaping craftmanship and gardening services. Our work is based on over 30 years’ experience of ‘wowing’ clients. We have won many national awards including a Special BALI Award for Best Design-and-Build in 2022 and Homes and Gardens Award for Best Small Garden in 2023. James Scott (our founder and Managing Director) was named by Pro Landscaper in 2022 as one of the 25 Most Influential people in the industry. We are a BALI-accredited company.

When you join The Garden Company, you become part of a friendly and talented group of people working well together. We work hard - in all weathers - to get things done and keep our clients happy. You’ll also benefit from our culture of continuous training and development. For example, last year several of our team members gained an RHS qualification in Practical Horticulture through part-time college studies. Whatever level of experience you bring on day one, you will gain more knowledge and skills while working with us. We want to help you to enjoy your work and take pride in what you achieve.

**What do I need?**
- As a starting point, we want to see your excitement and passion for beautiful gardens, nature and being outdoors.
- You’ll be willing to learn about growing and caring for plants.
- Excellent teamworking skills and timekeeping are important.
- Communication is key as you’ll be representing The Garden Company to our clients.

Please note that we are based in a semi-rural location with limited public transport to reach the yard. Our work vehicles will be available during the day and a (manual) driving licence is essential. You also need to be aged 18-plus.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent

Pay: £23,000.00-£25,000.00 per year

**Benefits**:

- Company pension

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday

Licence/Certification:

- Driving Licence (manual) (required)

Work Location: In person