Mobile Maintenance Gardener

The Opportunity

We are currently recruiting for a Mobile Maintenance Gardener to maintain a portfolio of high-end private gardens across South West London and Surrey, including Kingston upon Thames, Wimbledon, Richmond, Guildford, and Woking.

This is a full-time permanent position, working Monday to Friday, 7.30am to 4.30pm, offering a salary of up to £35,000 per annum, depending on experience. A company van is provided for travel between sites.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a professional horticultural team maintaining beautifully designed private gardens to an exceptional standard. You’ll typically visit one or two gardens each day, giving you the time to carry out detailed horticultural maintenance and deliver the high-quality finish clients expect.

The role would suit an experienced gardener with strong plant knowledge, excellent attention to detail, and a genuine passion for maintaining high-end private gardens.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain one to two high-end private gardens each day across South West London and Surrey
• Carry out detailed horticultural maintenance across beds, borders, containers, and planted areas
• Maintain planting schemes to ensure year-round interest and healthy plant development
• Prune shrubs, climbers, roses, hedges, and perennials using appropriate horticultural techniques
• Carry out lawn care including mowing, edging, feeding, scarifying, and seasonal treatments
• Monitor plant health, identifying pests, diseases, and nutrient deficiencies
• Apply horticultural treatments where required
• Undertake seasonal gardening tasks including planting, mulching, staking, and general garden maintenance
• Sweep and maintain terraces, pathways, and outdoor living areas
• Monitor water features and assist with irrigation system checks
• Operate horticultural machinery safely and responsibly
• Maintain excellent presentation standards across every garden

Requirements

• Proven professional gardening or horticultural experience
• Excellent plant knowledge and plant identification skills
• Full UK driving licence essential
• Experience maintaining private or high-end residential gardens desirable
• PA1 and PA6 certificates advantageous but not essential
• Recognised horticultural qualification beneficial
• Ability to work independently and manage your own workload

Skills and Qualities

• Strong horticultural knowledge
• Excellent attention to detail
• Pride in delivering exceptional garden standards
• Reliable and organised approach
• Positive attitude and strong work ethic
• Professional and courteous manner
• Passion for horticulture and garden maintenance

What’s On Offer

• Salary up to £35,000 depending on experience
• Company van provided for travel between sites
• Full-time permanent position
• Monday to Friday working hours
• 7.30am to 4.30pm
• 28 days annual leave including bank holidays
• Opportunity to maintain a portfolio of prestigious private gardens
• Long-term career opportunity within a respected horticultural business 

Working Hours

Monday to Friday
7.30am to 4.30pm
Full-time permanent position

How to Apply

This role is being recruited by Halmer Group on behalf of our client. To be considered, please submit your CV outlining your gardening or horticultural experience and suitability for this Mobile Maintenance Gardener position. All applications will be treated in strict confidence.

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