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An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced, positive and driven Senior Gardener to further develop and maintain an interesting garden near Woodstock in Oxfordshire.
The garden extends to 7 acres of both formal and informal gardens.
The Senior Gardener will report directly to the owner and will be solely responsible for the day to day running of the gardens with the help of additional staff. The successful candidate will ensure that the gardens are maintained to exceptional levels. They should have demonstrable skills in all areas of gardening and be comfortable with the responsibilities that are associated with the role of Senior Gardener. They should also be able to work independently whilst ensuring all neccessary plans and projects are completed on time and within budget.
The garden aims to operate organically.
Key responsibilities include, high quality maintenance of borders and other planting, formulating and executing plans for successful pest control, irrigation, organic fertiliser application, pruning and the propagation of fruit, vegetables and cut flowers to provide a continuous supply to the main house, maintenance and the continued evolution of the lawns, hedges, climbing plants, ponds, stream and all the other typical aspects of a large private garden. Assist in the design and implementation of large scale projects within the estate.
The Senior Gardener will have proven experience of working in a large garden at a similar level and/or relevant horticultural qualifications. An eye for detail and the ability to manage contractual staff whilst maintaining a friendly, positive working environment, a highly positive attitude and a passion for gardening with sound plant knowledge, a clean driving license and experience of machinery including chainsaws, tractors etc. are all essential.
An attractive 3 bedroom cottage within the estate is available with the role.
This is a full time position (40 hours per week) with the expected flexibility of occational weekend watering, security duties etc.
Competetive salary depending on experience. xsngvjr
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