Overview
Mobile Gardener > £24,511.76 per year
37 hours per week; Permanent
Monday – Friday
Mobile across Ipswich and Surrounding Areas
Ref: IP366
We are seeking a Mobile Gardener to join our in-house Estate Services team, delivering gardening and handyperson support across all estates and properties managed by Orwell throughout East Anglia.
Build a rewarding career where your values align with our mission. This is more than just a role – it’s a chance to make a real difference. If you value honesty, teamwork, and creating a positive impact, we invite you to apply and become part of a community that recognises your individuality and welcomes your commitment.
Responsibilities
* Cut and trim the communal grassed areas, ensuring edges are neat and tidy, weed, trim and prune the communal planted areas.
* Carry out landscaping improvements and planting of the communal spaces.
* Report any damage to the estate to the Mobile Gardening and Hard Landscaping Team Leader and Business Support team as soon as possible and carry out minor repairs as required.
* Undertake additional responsibilities that may arise which are consistent with the nature and level of this position.
About you
Our ideal Mobile Gardener will have…
* A minimum of 4 years industry experience.
* The ability to work within a dispersed team.
* A good working knowledge of risk assessments.
* Knowledge on garden machinery and hand and power tool maintenance.
* In depth plant and pruning knowledge.
* Due to the nature of this role a full UK Driving Licence is required.
Why Join Orwell?
* 22 days annual leave (pro rata) plus bank holidays.
* Reward and recognition awards.
* Ongoing training and development & opportunities to progress in your role through the Orwell Academy.
* Wellbeing programme.
* Cashback Health plan.
* Access to Blue Light Card – membership fees apply.
Person Specification
* National Certificate or above in Horticulture or equivalent is desirable.
* PA1 and PA6 is desirable.
* 4 GCSE’s (or equivalent) at grade C/4 or above including Maths and English Language.
Interview Date
Asap
Before applying
Please notice Orwell Housing Association does not provide visa sponsorship. You must be eligible to work in the UK to apply. You will be required to provide the relevant right to work documentation if successfully appointed to the role.
Orwell is proud to be a Disability Confident Leader. We believe in creating an accessible and supportive environment, where every team member can thrive and contribute. Join us in our commitment to building a workplace that celebrates diversity and empowers all individuals to reach their full potential. We actively welcome applications from candidates with disabilities and are dedicated to making reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process to ensure equal access and opportunity for all.
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Job Summary
* Location: Ipswich, Suffolk
* Organization: Orwell Housing Association Ltd
* Job Type: Gardening
* Salary: £12.74 per hour
* Closing Date: 08/10/2025
* Reference ID: 35955
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