Job Description

Candidate Brief - Garden Assistant & Driver

Position:

Garden Assistant & Driver

Location:

Private Estate, North Wales / Cheshire border (13 acres)

Salary:

40,000 per annum

Accommodation:

Live-out role

Holiday Entitlement:

25 days annual leave + 8 bank holidays

Reporting to:

Head Gardener / Estates Manager

Contract:

Full-time, 40 hours per week (flexible, with occasional weekend and evening work)

The Estate

This prestigious 13-acre private estate on the North Wales / Cheshire border features formal and informal gardens, orchards, rose gardens, herbaceous borders, cut flower beds, vegetable and kitchen gardens, greenhouses, topiary, lawns, ponds, and surrounding woodland. The estate is currently undergoing a programme of upgrades and development, offering an exciting opportunity to join a committed and supportive team.

The Role

The Garden Assistant & Driver will provide hands-on support across the estate, combining practical gardening assistance with responsibility for driving and maintaining the estate's fleet of vehicles. This varied role would suit a hardworking and adaptable individual who enjoys working outdoors and takes pride in ensuring both the gardens and vehicles are presented to the highest standard.

Key Responsibilities

Gardening Support

Assist the Head Gardener with routine maintenance tasks. Lawn care: mowing, edging, and basic upkeep. Planting, weeding, mulching, watering, and general garden duties. Support with pruning, hedge trimming, and seasonal tasks. Help ensure the gardens and grounds are maintained to an excellent standard.

Driving & Fleet Care

Drive the Principals and guests when required (including evenings and weekends by arrangement). Ensure all vehicles are kept clean, polished, and in excellent condition. Carry out routine checks (oil, tyre pressures, fluids) and organise servicing, MOTs, and repairs. Keep accurate records of vehicle maintenance schedules.

General Estate Assistance

Support the wider estate team with ad hoc tasks. Jet washing patios, driveways, and outdoor areas as required. Flexible approach to assisting with estate projects and events.

Candidate Profile

Full, clean UK driving licence is essential.

Enhanced DBS check required.

Previous experience in gardening, grounds maintenance, or a similar role desirable. Experience of vehicle care and basic maintenance an advantage. Hardworking, flexible, and reliable with a professional approach. Discreet, trustworthy, and able to work independently or as part of a team. Willing to work occasional evenings and weekends.

Package

Competitive salary of 40,000 per annum Live-out position 25 days annual leave + 8 bank holidays Full-time role, 40 hours per week (flexible, with occasional weekend/evening work) Friendly and supportive team environment Opportunity to be part of an exciting long-term estate transformation project

Application Process

This is a confidential appointment. Applications will be reviewed discreetly, and shortlisted candidates will be invited to a formal interview.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 40,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person