ABOUT THE ROLE
Hedsor Park is a 100-acre Buckinghamshire estate wrapped round the magnificent Hedsor House and Grade II listed gardens. It is famed for hosting unforgettable weddings and brisk country walks before breakfast. We're looking for an experienced, hands-on Estate Groundskeeper / Gardener / Caretaker to live on site, care for the place like it's your own, and keep every vista wedding-photo ready.
Day-to-day, you'll manage the estate and grounds, oversee contractors and bring your experience to shape the future of these beautiful grounds. Woodland, parkland, formal gardens and a one-kilometre driveway lined with historic rhododendrons all need your steady eye and sharp shears. This role requires a reliable, trustworthy, and proactive individual with experience in estate maintenance and horticulture.
OUR VALUES
Hedsor House has the aspiration to become the most treasured place on earth for weddings. The wider Hedsor Estate has the goal to arrive at the next century in better health than we found it – richer in trees, views, stories and soil. Our simple pledge is that every generation enjoys Hedsor and every generation improves it.
We have a culture where…
* We share inclusively
* We care for others
* We inspire trust
* We explore and innovate
* We share our passion
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
* Vision delivery – Ensure the vision and goals of the estate are weaved into your daily tasks.
* Contribution to Improvements – Lead garden development and landscape enhancements in line with the estate's long-term vision and design.
* Team Management & Contractor Liaison – Instructing a small in-house team and overseeing external support ensuring the highest standards are met.
* Lawn & Grounds Maintenance – Mowing, topiary, hedge cutting, and general landscaping.
* Machinery Operation & Maintenance – Using and maintaining agricultural and garden equipment.
* Woodland Management – Tree care, logging, and brush clearance.
* Estate Upkeep – Maintaining outdoor areas, pathways, and grounds.
SKILLS & ATTRIBUTES:
* Experienced in property or land maintenance and management, ideally from a large estate, hotel grounds, or high-end horticultural background
* Knowledge and experience of horticulture and woodland management
* Management experience as a Head Gardener or similar role
* Confident with tools and equipment; able to work independently and take initiative.
* Experienced in using a tractor
* Experience of caring for livestock, specifically, geese and cattle
* Friendly, trustworthy and proactive, with strong attention to detail
* A practical, positive, approach to work
* Emotionally intelligent with good social instincts
ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS:
* Certified in chainsaw use and spraying
* Clean UK driving licence
PACKAGE & BENEFITS:
* Salary: competitive and dependent on experience
* Schedule: 40 hours per week (5 days in every 7)
* Holidays: 23 days annual leave, plus bank holidays
* Additional Perks: Pension scheme, bonus opportunities, and support for further training and qualifications
This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced professional to become an integral part of a prestigious estate, ensuring its upkeep and security while enjoying a rewarding, varied role within a picturesque setting.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit their CV and complete the screening questions
Application deadline - midnight on Sunday 2nd November
Please note, due to the nature of this role, shortlisted candidates will be subject to a DBS check and full reference checks
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £38,000.00-£45,000.00 per year
Benefits:
* Company events
* Company pension
* On-site parking
* Paid volunteer time
* Sick pay
Work Location: In person