Job Description

Are you someone who loves working outdoors and takes pride in well-kept gardens and green spaces? We have an exciting opportunity for a hands-on, enthusiastic Groundsman to join our friendly team at one of Suffolk's most stunning stately homes.

You'll work across magnificent gardens and parkland, helping to keep the estate looking its best all year round. From maintaining lawns and hedges to supporting seasonal planting and preparing for public events, no two days are the same. If you enjoy variety, value quality, and thrive in a team that gets things done, this could be the perfect fit.

What You'll Be Doing

Carrying out routine garden and landscape maintenance - mowing, edging, weeding, pruning, and planting

Creating and following an annual maintenance plan to keep the grounds in top shape year-round

Caring for lawns and paths: mowing, aerating, scarifying, fertilising, brushing, raking, and leaf blowing

Using and maintaining estate equipment - mini tractors, mowers, hedge trimmers, and other power tools

Controlling weeds with backpack sprayers (PA1 and PA6a certifications required)

Planting and maintaining trees and hedgerows

Operating a chainsaw and splitting wood for estate use

Carrying out light fencing repairs and general outdoor maintenance

Maintaining the tennis court and pond

Assisting with estate events - garden preparation, moving chairs, tables, firewood, and keeping things tidy

Supporting security and upkeep of the wider estate grounds

Following all health & safety procedures and keeping accurate records, including risk assessments

What We're Looking For

A team player with a positive, can-do attitude who enjoys outdoor work

Someone who takes pride in high standards and is happy working in all weather

Excellent time management and organisational skills

Experience in garden or grounds maintenance

Comfortable using a wide range of garden tools and machinery

Able to work independently and as part of a team

Essential Experience & Qualifications

Minimum 3 years' experience in gardening or groundskeeping

PA1 and PA6a chemical spraying certificates

Chainsaw certification

Why Join Us?

You'll be part of a dedicated team working in a unique and inspiring environment. This is a role where your efforts will have a real impact - helping to maintain a beautiful and historic landscape enjoyed by both residents and visitors.

If this sounds like the right fit for you, we welcome your application.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: 22,000.00-26,000.00 per year

Expected hours: 32 - 42 per week

Benefits:

Company pension Free parking On-site parking
Schedule:

Day shift Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person