Overview
Estate & Grounds Maintenance Role – Full-Time Opportunity
Location: Mount St John Estate, North Yorkshire
Accommodation: On-site apartment available if required.
An exciting and rare opportunity has become available to join the dedicated team working on one of England’s finest private gardens, set within a stunning private estate in North Yorkshire. Designed by renowned garden designer Tom Stuart-Smith, the gardens are a true showcase of horticultural excellence.
Following the departure of a valued long-standing team member, we are looking for a hardworking, enthusiastic, and practically minded individual to help maintain and enhance our beautiful landscape, which includes formal gardens, rolling pastures, woodlands, equestrian facilities, and associated estate properties.
Ideal Candidate
* Thrives working outdoors in all weather conditions
* Is physically fit, self-motivated, and demonstrates a mature approach to work
* Has a positive, can-do attitude with strong attention to detail
* Can work well independently or as part of a professional and committed team
* Has excellent timekeeping and organisational skills, capable of managing multiple tasks efficiently
Key Responsibilities
Your role will involve a wide variety of tasks, including but not limited to:
* Grass and formal lawn cutting and care
* Hedge cutting and pathway maintenance
* Weed control (including use of herbicides)
* Chainsaw work (storm damage clearance, small-scale woodland thinning)
* Operating machinery such as tracked chipper, tractors, telehandlers, 360° excavator
* Log processing and basic fencing repairs
* Leaf blowing and collection
Qualifications Required and/or Proven Experience
* Use of hand and power tools
* Full UK driving licence
* Chainsaw certification
* Chipper operation
* Tractor driving experience
* Telehandler certification
* PA1 and PA6 spraying certificates
* Excavator operation
Salary: £27,000 depending on experience.
What We Offer
* Full PPE and uniform provided
* 40-hour work week (Monday to Friday) with seasonal adjustments; occasional weekend work required
* 28 days paid holiday (including bank holidays)
* Staff discount at Provenance Inns
* Pension scheme
* Overtime opportunities
* On-site accommodation available if required
This is a unique chance to work in an inspiring setting. The estate spans approximately 1,200 acres of mixed livestock and woodland, surrounded by award-winning gardens, with a team passionate about excellence in garden and estate management. If you are committed, capable, and take pride in delivering high-quality work, we would love to hear from you.
Please apply today to join our exceptional team and be part of a truly special North Yorkshire Estate by emailing your covering letter and CV to roger@mountstjohn.co.uk
#J-18808-Ljbffr