Estate Gardener (Gardens & Parkland) - Private Estate, Andover, Hampshire

Job Summary

An exciting opportunity for an experienced Estate Gardener to join a prestigious private estate near Andover, Hampshire. This full-time role involves maintaining high-quality gardens and parkland, including lawns, arboretum planting, and wildflower meadows. Salary up to £35,000, depending on experience.

About the Role

As part of a growing gardens team, this is a fantastic opportunity for a skilled Gardener (Gardens & Parkland) to contribute to the ongoing maintenance and development of a high-end private estate.

Working under the direction of a Senior Gardener, you will support the upkeep of formal gardens, parkland, and landscaped areas, ensuring exceptional presentation standards across the estate. This role is ideal for candidates with experience in estate gardening.

Gardens & Grounds Overview

The Gardens and Parkland Team maintains a diverse and well-established landscape, including:

• Front Park with ha-ha and ornamental lake with cascading water
• Arboretum and specialist tree collections
• Lady's Walk and formal pathways
• Upper Park (North and South)
• Paddocks and wider parkland

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out general garden and estate maintenance across all areas
• Maintain lawns and turf using pedestrian, ride-on, and tractor-mounted machinery
• Assist with seasonal planting, pruning, and garden development
• Undertake watering, weeding, fertilising, and plant care
• Support turf management programmes including aeration, feeding, and pest/disease control
• Maintain wildflower meadows, shrubs, and mature trees
• Ensure high standards in all visible and high-traffic areas of the estate
• Work collaboratively with the wider gardens team and assist in other areas when required

Skills & Experience Required

• Proven experience as a Gardener, Estate Gardener, or Grounds Maintenance Operative
• Strong practical knowledge of lawn care and turf management
• Experience working in private estates, gardens, or similar environments
• Confident operating horticultural machinery (ride-on mowers, tractors, etc.)
• High attention to detail and commitment to quality presentation

Desirable Qualifications & Certifications

• RHS Level 2 in Horticulture (or equivalent)
• PA1 and PA6a spraying certificates
• Chainsaw certification
• Tractor operation experience

Working Conditions

• Full-time, permanent position
• Outdoor, physically demanding role in all weather conditions
• Flexibility required, including occasional weekend work (time off in lieu provided)
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a professional team
• Full UK driving licence required

Salary & Benefits

• Salary up to £35,000, depending on experience
• Opportunity to work on a prestigious UK private estate
• Supportive and experienced gardens team
• Ongoing professional development opportunities

Location

Near Andover, Hampshire, South East England, UK