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The Opportunity We are currently recruiting for a Gardener based in London. This is a full time permanent role, offering a salary of 30,000 to 35,000 per year DOE. The position involves travelling between Central London and surrounding high quality domestic and commercial gardens. The start date is ASAP. This role suits a gardener with good maintenance experience who enjoys working across varied sites. You will support the daily care and presentation of gardens, helping to maintain excellent horticultural standards and a professional finish at every location. Key Responsibilities Carrying out general garden maintenance across indoor and outdoor sites, including watering, planting annuals and bulbs, pruning, irrigation, lawn care, and overall garden development Maintaining lawns and turf areas, including mowing, edging, feeding, and seasonal care Pruning shrubs, hedges, and climbers to maintain health, shape, and appearance Weeding, mulching, and caring for beds, borders, pots, and planters Supporting seasonal planting, ground preparation, and garden tidy ups Using horticultural tools and machinery safely, and completing daily checks Delivering good customer service, and responding professionally to client queries Completing daily electronic job sheets, clearly noting work completed and next steps Working independently when required, and as part of a wider maintenance team Upholding Health and Safety standards on every site, and following safe working practices Requirements Full clean UK driving licence essential At least one year of recent gardening or horticultural maintenance experience Good knowledge of planting, pruning, seasonal tasks, and lawn care Ability to follow instructions, and work to a consistently high standard PA1 and PA6 certificates desirable, but not essential CSCS card desirable Recognised horticultural qualification desirable, ideally RHS Level 2 or equivalent experience Skills and Qualities Good horticultural knowledge, and practical maintenance skills Reliable, organised, and able to manage daily workload effectively High attention to detail, with pride in quality work Positive can do attitude, with willingness to learn and improve Able to work independently, and as part of a team Professional and client focused approach Comfortable travelling between sites, and adapting to different gardens What's On Offer Salary 30,000 to 35,000 per year depending on experience Full time permanent role Working hours typically 07:30 to 16:30 Monday to Friday Opportunity to work on a range of high quality garden sites across London Training support and development opportunities for the right candidate How to Apply This role is being recruited by Halmer Group on behalf of our client. To be considered, please submit your CV along with a brief covering note outlining your experience, qualifications, and suitability for this position. All applications will be treated in strict confidence. Reference 751

The Opportunity We are currently recruiting for a Mobile Grounds Maintenance Operative . This is a full time permanent role, working 48 hours per week , Monday to Friday, paid at 12.60 per hour , equating to 31,449.60 per annum . The start date is ASAP . This is a mobile role , working across a portfolio of commercial sites including business parks, shopping centres, and similar environments. You will work directly alongside a Grounds Foreman as part of a two-person mobile team , maintaining each site to a consistently high standard. Due to the structure of the team, a full UK driving licence is essential , as you will be required to drive and cover routes when the Grounds Foreman is on holiday or absent. Candidates living within or close to the NN6 postcode area are preferred for ease of daily pick-up. Additionally, this role offers variety and consistent outdoor work. As a result, no two days are the same. Because the role is mobile, strong organisation and reliability are essential. Key Responsibilities Carry out a full range of grounds maintenance tasks across multiple commercial sites Complete horticultural duties including formative pruning, seasonal bedding installation, grass cutting, and watering Undertake hedge trimming, strimming, irrigation tasks, and edge reformation Carry out litter collection and weed and leaf management Empty bins, remove waste, replace bags, and manage recycling where required Work closely with the Grounds Foreman to complete daily schedules efficiently Travel safely between sites as part of the mobile working day Engage professionally with clients on site when required Carry out regular site inspections and report hazards or equipment issues Respond appropriately to incidents or emergencies Follow COSHH guidelines and Risk Assessments at all times Ensure tools, machinery, and vehicles are secure, safe, and well maintained Carry out routine equipment checks and report faults promptly Complete timesheets and basic site documentation as required Drive safely and comply with all road traffic regulations Undertake ad hoc duties within the scope of the role Health and Safety Responsibilities Follow safe working practices when using tools, machinery, and materials Wear correct PPE at all times in line with company policy Report accidents and near misses using the company Health and Safety system Maintain awareness of site-specific risks at each location Training and Development Attend company and site inductions Take part in individual training sessions Attend monthly training as directed Requirements Previous experience in commercial grounds maintenance Ability to work effectively as part of a two-person mobile team Ability to work independently and use initiative Full clean UK driving licence essential Good communication and interpersonal skills PA1 and PA6 spraying certificates preferred but not essential Reliable, professional, and safety-focused approach What's On Offer Pay rate of 12.60 per hour 48 hours per week, Monday to Friday Annual salary of 31,449.60 Full time permanent mobile role Work across commercial sites including business parks and shopping centres Ongoing training and development opportunities Stable working pattern within a small mobile team 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 experience and suitability for this Mobile Grounds Maintenance Operative position. All applications will be treated in strict confidence. Reference 765

The Opportunity We are currently recruiting for a Garden Caretaker based across multiple sites within a defined regional area. The key locations covered are Egham and Woking , with travel between sites required. This is a full time permanent position with a salary of 26,722 per year. Working hours change seasonally as outlined below. The role is mobile in nature or may be based at a static site depending on operational need. The start date is ASAP. A Garden Caretaker is an experienced horticulturist responsible for maintaining specific plots within a region to the highest standards. This is a practical hands on role that includes both routine care and renovation work, following established horticultural policies and procedures. You will work independently on site while remaining part of a wider estates team. Key Responsibilities Maintaining allocated plots to consistently high horticultural standards Carrying out general garden maintenance and renovation work across sites Undertaking turf culture work including mowing edging feeding and seasonal care Maintaining planted borders around memorial features and headstones with care and accuracy Planting seasonal displays shrubs bulbs and ornamental planting schemes Carrying out pest and disease monitoring and control in line with safe procedures Operating horticultural machinery and completing basic maintenance checks Supporting tree and woody plant care including pruning and safe maintenance work Cleaning and caring for ornamental and site features as required Following site schedules and recording work completed Requirements Proven experience as an experienced gardener or horticulturist Strong practical skills across a wide range of horticultural tasks Confident use of horticultural machinery and tools Good understanding of safe working practices and Health and Safety procedures Ability to work independently across multiple plots and sites Full clean UK driving licence due to regional travel requirements Skills and Qualities Excellent plant knowledge and attention to detail Reliable organised and able to manage workload effectively Respectful professional approach suited to sensitive environments Strong communication skills with colleagues and site stakeholders Practical problem solving and a proactive attitude Ability to follow horticultural standards and procedures consistently What's On Offer Permanent full time position Salary of 26,722 per year Seasonal working hours with a clear summer and winter pattern Supportive estates team environment Opportunity to work across varied and well maintained sites Day to day operational purchasing responsibility as required for the role Working Hours Summer Hours Monday to Thursday 8.00am to 12.30 / 1.30pm to 5.00pm Friday 8.00am to 12.30pm / 1.30pm to 4.00pm Winter Hours Monday to Friday 8.00am to 12.30 / 1.00pm to 4.00pm How to Apply This role is being recruited by Halmer Group on behalf of our client. To be considered, please submit your CV along with a brief covering note outlining your experience, qualifications and suitability for this position. All applications will be treated in strict confidence. Reference 749

The Opportunity We are currently recruiting for a Kitchen Gardener based in Stoke Poges, Buckinghamshire. This is a full time position working 40 hours per week, with a salary of up to 30,000 per year. The start date is ASAP. This is a fantastic opportunity to join an established gardens team within a setting that has the feel of a private estate. The gardens sit within a 300-acre Capability Brown landscape and have recently undergone extensive improvements. These include large mixed borders with cottage garden style planting, Rhododendron walks, a Japanese koi pond, an orangery, and a large kitchen garden. The kitchen garden has recently been renovated and now includes large walk-in fruit cages. This role offers the opportunity to be involved at an exciting stage of development and to help shape the future of the kitchen garden. Working under the Kitchen Garden Team Leader, you will support the growing, harvesting, and maintenance of produce to a consistently high standard. The role also involves working with indoor and tropical plants on a daily basis. Some experience with this is beneficial, but training can be provided. Key Responsibilities Carry out routine kitchen garden maintenance including watering, weeding, digging, planting, cultivation, feeding, and harvesting Support the growing and harvesting of produce to a high standard Maintain beds, borders, and productive growing areas to excellent presentation standards Assist with the care and maintenance of fruit cages and productive garden spaces Work with indoor and tropical plants as part of the daily routine Ensure all tools, vehicles, and equipment are maintained and report breakages promptly Work closely with the Kitchen Garden Team Leader, Head Gardener, and wider team Support wider garden maintenance tasks across the estate when required Follow Health and Safety procedures and safe working practices at all times Maintain strong attention to detail and pride in presentation Requirements Previous gardening experience, ideally within a kitchen garden or productive growing environment Genuine interest in kitchen gardening and growing produce to a high standard Willingness to learn and develop skills with indoor and tropical plants Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions Positive, can-do attitude with a strong work ethic Ability to work independently and as part of a team Applicants should live within a 60-minute travel distance Skills and Qualities Practical horticultural ability with strong attention to detail Passion for food growing and plant care Organised and reliable approach to work Willingness to learn and develop new skills Strong teamwork and communication skills Pride in maintaining high standards What's On Offer Salary up to 30,000 per year Full time role, 40 hours per week Overtime paid when required 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays Sick pay Company pension scheme Free on-site parking On-site gym access Company events Training and career development opportunities How to Apply This role is being recruited by Halmer Group on behalf of our client. To be considered, please submit your CV along with a brief covering note outlining your experience and suitability for this Kitchen Gardener position. All applications will be treated in strict confidence. Reference 764