Groundsperson/Handyperson, South Cambridgeshire. REF JF1779

Full Time experienced Grounds and Maintenance Person required for private country estate located approx south of Cambridge

We are looking for a reliable, enthusiastic person to join this small team 5 days a week with occasional weekend work as required

The estate comprises 29 acres of parkland, 3 acres of garden and a 9 acre historic walled garden.

The Position:-

• General maintenance of all parkland areas within the grounds
• Assisting Head Gardener with weeding, cutting back etc
• Assisting with kitchen garden
• Tree pruning
• Watering
• Strimming and weeding
• Hedge cutting
• Clearing
• Leaf collection
• Log cutting
• Cutting back trees
• Using large garden machinery, ride on mowers, small tractor, leaf blowers, hedge cutters.
• Keeping the general areas tidy
• Occasional painting of external areas and garden fixtures
• Smaller property maintenance tasks such as maintaining gates and fences, power washing etc
• Keeping small drains clear of leaves and debris
• Occasional extra visits to check on property when owners are away
• Cleaning cars
• Maintenance of the swimming pool
• Liaising with other staff members and external service providers as appropriate

The Person:-

• Reliable, punctual and willing to work with others
• Enthusiastic, self motivated and discreet
• Flexible, and possesive of a ‘can do’ attitude to all aspects of work
• Will have a full UK driving licence
• Will be physically fit
• Happy to work outside in all seasons
• Knowledgeable about trees, plants and shrubs
• Interested and knowledgeable in wildflower meadows, woodland and parkland
• A car driver with own transport
• Experienced with the use of large garden machinery
• Chain saw licence is a plus

An attractive salary will be offered to the successful person who can provide fully checkable references.

To apply please email – info@ruralrecruitment.co.uk