Job title: Static Gardener
Job type: Permanent
Emp type: Full-time
Industry: Groundskeeping & Maintenance
Salary type: Annual
Salary: GBP £26,722.00
Location: Surrey
Job published: 26-02-2026
Job ID: 45107

Job Description

Job Vacancy: Static Gardener (1st Class)

Location: Surrey / Brookwood

Salary: £26,722 per annum

Contract: Full-Time, Permanent

The Opportunity

Are you a passionate horticulturist with an eye for detail and a pride in craft? We are looking for a Static Gardener (1st Class) to join our Operations team. This isn’t just a mowing job; it is a role for a true professional dedicated to maintaining green spaces to an exceptional standard of excellence.

You will take ownership of specific plots in the Surrey/Brookwood area, ensuring every border, hedge, and lawn reflects the highest level of horticultural care.

What You’ll Be Doing

As our lead expert on-site, your day-to-day will involve:

  • Horticultural Mastery: Delivering top-tier turf culture, seasonal planting, pruning, and hedge management.

  • Site Ownership: Planning your daily workload and managing stock (plants, fertilizers, and PPE) to ensure seamless service.

  • Equipment Care: Operating and maintaining professional-grade machinery and team vehicles.

  • Digital Integration: Using tablet/smartphone tech for modern reporting and scheduling.

  • Public Ambassadorship: Acting as a professional point of contact for visitors and members of the public.

Work-Life Balance (Seasonal Hours)

We understand that gardening follows the rhythm of the seasons. Our hours are designed to give you more time back in the winter:

  • Summer: Mon–Thu (08:00–17:00), Fri (08:00–16:00).

  • Winter: Mon–Fri (08:30–16:00).

  • Occasional overtime is rewarded with Time Off In Lieu (TOIL).

About You

We are looking for a self-starter who enjoys working autonomously but maintains a high standard of craftsmanship.

The Essentials:

  • Experience: Significant practical experience in professional gardening or grounds maintenance.

  • Licence: A full UK driving licence is mandatory.

  • Tech Savvy: Comfortable using mobile devices for administrative tasks.

  • The Right to Work: Must have the legal right to work in the UK.

The Desirables:

  • NVQ Level 2 in Amenity Horticulture (or equivalent).

  • PA1/PA6 Pesticide Application certificates.

Why Join Us?

This is a stable, permanent role within a department that values expertise and safety. We provide the tools, the tech, and the beautiful environment—you provide the skill.