Senior Craft Gardener
Senior Craft Gardener
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Job Description
Our client is seeking an experienced and qualified Senior Craft Gardener for their 18th-century demesne of 300 acres set under the Wicklow mountains with over 27 acres including walled gardens an arboretum and pleasure grounds (which are overseen annually by Mr. Tom Stuart Smith). The garden is open to the public 60 days a year. The varied and interesting role offers an enthusiastic and motivated individual the opportunity to work in beautiful surroundings in a small supportive team.
What youll do:
We currently have an excellent opportunity for an experienced and knowledgeable Senior Craft Gardener to join our team.
What youll need:
- You must have a proven track record to include experience in the maintenance of rose gardens perennial borders and glasshouse/indoor plants
- Have a thorough knowledge of the cultivation of plants
- Strong organisational and prioritisation skills embracing a high level of attention to detail
- Ability to work as part of and oversee a small team
Qualifications:
- You should have a relevant horticultural qualification to include either QQI Level 5Certificate in Horticulture / RHS Level 2 or 3 or equivalent/proven experience.
- 5 years relevant experience in a similar role
- PA1 and PA6 Spraying Certificates an advantage
- Full driving licence required
- Medical required prior to commencing
Salary and benefits:
- Generous salary dependent on experience.
- Accommodation option available
Interested
Apply now!
Shortlisting is taking place on a rolling basis so early applications are recommended. If you require any special assistance to make an application to HortiRecruit please email us and a member of our Recruitment Team will be happy to support you.
- Diversity Statement: We value and celebrate diversity and we encourage applications from every candidate qualified for this role inclusive of gender ethnicity sexual orientation identity age religion and/or disability.
- Eligibility Criteria - Required - valid visa and permits to take up employment in Ireland. Applications are open to EU candidates and non-EU candidates who already hold a valid visa and have the right to work in Ireland. Please note that this employer will not sponsor a work permit or visa for this role.
Employment Type
Full Time
