Job Description

Gardener

Location: Windsor Rd, Egham, TW20 0AG

Salary: Competitive

Contract Type: Permanent

Working Hours: 10 hours per week, Saturday to Sunday

Take pride in every detail. Help create outdoor spaces that leave a lasting impression.

You take pride in seeing the direct results of your work. Whether it's perfectly presented lawns, immaculate borders, expertly maintained hedges, or creating outdoor spaces that leave a lasting impression, you enjoy working outdoors and delivering exceptional standards.

We're looking for a Gardener to join our team at a prestigious hotel, helping to maintain and enhance grounds that play an important part in every guest's experience. You'll work across a variety of horticultural tasks, have the opportunity to contribute ideas for improvements, and take pride in seeing the impact of your work every day.

What you'll do:

In this role, you'll help maintain exceptional outdoor spaces that enhance the guest experience and uphold the high standards expected across the site.

• Deliver high-quality grounds maintenance activities, including mowing, strimming, pruning, hedge cutting and general gardening, ensuring the site remains attractive and well-presented throughout the year.

• Support the ongoing improvement of the landscape by identifying opportunities to enhance planting, presentation and overall site appearance.

• Carry out spraying activities where qualified, helping to maintain healthy and visually appealing grounds.

• Take ownership of the tools, machinery and vehicles you use, ensuring they remain safe, clean, well-maintained and ready for daily operations.

• Maintain a safe working environment by following health, safety and environmental procedures, helping to protect colleagues, visitors and hotel guests.

• Contribute ideas that improve efficiency, reduce waste and support continuous improvement across the contract.

What you'll get:

• The opportunity to work on a prestigious, high-profile hotel site where your work is seen and appreciated every day.

• A role where you can take pride in creating and maintaining exceptional outdoor spaces.

• Ongoing training and development opportunities to help you expand your horticultural skills and knowledge.

• Support from an experienced and collaborative team that values quality and professionalism.

• The chance to work with a variety of horticultural tasks, equipment and landscape improvement projects.

• A business that encourages initiative, continuous improvement and career development.

What we're looking for:

• Practical grounds maintenance or horticultural experience gained in a similar environment.

• A genuine passion for gardening and maintaining high-quality outdoor spaces.

• A positive, proactive approach and a willingness to take ownership of your work.

• Strong team-working skills, alongside the ability to work independently when required.

• A good understanding of health and safety practices within grounds maintenance operations.

• Confidence using machinery, equipment and handheld technology in line with training and experience.

• Good communication skills and a customer-focused attitude.

• PA1 and PA6A spraying qualifications would be advantageous.

• Formal horticultural qualifications would be beneficial.

• A full UK driving licence would be desirable.

At Ground Control, we know that great outdoor spaces don't happen by accident. They're created by dedicated people who take pride in every detail. If you're passionate about horticulture, enjoy working outdoors, and want to be part of a team maintaining a truly prestigious location, we'd love to hear from you.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary – aligned with your skills and experience

• Pension scheme – helping you plan for the future

• Recognition schemes – celebrating and rewarding great work

• Private GP service – fast, convenient access to medical support

• Life insurance – providing added peace of mind

• Subsidised gym membership – supporting your health and wellbeing

• Holiday buy scheme – purchase up to 5 additional days of annual leave

Equal Opportunities Statement

At Ground Control, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to thrive. We believe that diversity drives innovation and success, and we welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.

We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, race (including colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin), religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic as defined in the Equality Act 2010.

We actively support and promote an inclusive culture, ensuring fair and equitable treatment throughout the recruitment process and across all stages of employment, including training, development, promotion, pay, and termination. We are committed to providing reasonable adjustments for disabled applicants and employees, and to creating a working environment free from discrimination, harassment, bullying, or victimisation.

We expect all colleagues to uphold our values of dignity, respect, and inclusion. We take a zero-tolerance approach to any form of discriminatory behaviour and are committed to continuous improvement through training, inclusive policies, and accountability at all levels. #Maint