TXM Recruit are currently looking for a Gardeners to work in the Chertsey, Surrey area working in ultra-high-end mansions for a private property management solution company. The role will be working 40 hours a week, Monday to Friday, 8-4 or 9-5, with lots of overtime available. Must work weekends on a shift rota (roughly 1 in 4 but will vary).

This role requires flexibility during their busy season (May to October) with regards to hours and days worked.

Salary: £26,000
(Overtime after 40 hours is at time and a half - £18.75 per hour) – lots of overtime available!!!

This is an exciting role for a talented individual who is looking for a new challenge, wants to join a fast paced and high performing team renowned for their approach and delivery of unparalleled service.

The role will be to maintain all gardens and grounds to the highest standard as detailed below
The Gardening function delivers day to day gardening maintenance of all properties. The team will be required to ensure that the landscaping and special projects are delivered to the required standards of the Client and ensure the smooth running of all horticultural activities on the Estate and associated properties.

We are looking for Gardeners to undertake the following duties on a day-to-day basis:

Key responsibilities:
Mowing
Border Maintenance
Turf and Leaf Maintenance
Seasonal Bedding
Water Courses/Ponds/Waterfalls – Ensure Pond weed control and on-going preservation of this area
Hedge Maintenance
Benefits:
20 days holiday plus bank holidays
Company vehicle & Fuel card provided – not to be taken home.
Unlimited overtime
Working for a high-end client
End of year rewards
Private medical
Knowledge/Experience/Skills/Abilities:
Previous garden maintenance experience
Physically fit to perform garden maintenance work including operation of garden machinery
Preferred Spraying course PA1 Foundation and PA6 Handheld sprayer
Preferred Course in chainsaw maintenance / crosscutting
Gardening qualification is desired
Good plant knowledge
Valid UK Driver’s License

Personal Attributes:
Must have an interest in gardening and plants
Team player – must have experience in working within a team and must have a preference for working in a team environment where information sharing, good communication and mutual support are all pre-requisites
Conducts themselves in a professional and efficient manner and is flexible to handle variety of tasks and change
Displays personality traits of enthusiasm, honesty, discretion, initiative and flexibility
Ability to work in all weather conditions
Professionalism – to attain and maintain the necessary professional standards/qualifications
Customer Service – Proactively establishes customer needs Keeps Team Leaders informed on progress of activity within team
Always respect – To our clients and fellow employees
Loyalty – To put the Client at the forefront of service requirements
Pride – To continuously seek to maintain and improve the standard of work
Commitment – Knowledge of clients culture and goals
Flexibility – Ability to work additional hours as required during busy periods.
Confidentiality – Demonstrate confidentiality inside and outside of the working environment
Communication Skills – Seeks and offers fair and constructive feedback. Presents ideas and plans enthusiastically and persuasively
Teamwork – Engaging and fair when dealing with people
Drive and Innovation – Remains open to feedback and acts positively on it. Inspires others with positive approach to work
Personal Development – Seeks opportunities to make a better place to work. Inspires others with positive and enthusiastic approach to work. Focuses on what can be done as opposed to what cannot. Looks for opportunities to grow and develop. Enthusiastic about making a personal difference. Challenge diplomatically closed or negative thinking.
If you are an experienced Gardener looking for an exciting new permanent position with long term development and career progression opportunities, please apply today or get in touch with Lauren Mann @ TXM.

TXM Recruit is an equal opportunities employer. If you have any specific requirements or require assistance or reasonable adjustments to be made for you during the selection or application process due to disability or a long-term health condition, we will do our best to assist you