Grounds and Estates Operative

Job Description

We are looking for a Grounds and Estates Operative to join our team and assist with the ongoing management of an impressive large private estate set in the heart of the Berkshire countryside near Windsor. The estate consists of a large Manor House, associated out buildings, parkland, woodlands and wetlands.

Responsibilities:

• Estates Maintenance – Maintenance of the estate grounds through grass cutting, path maintenance, hedge cutting, scrub clearance, fence repairs, autumn leaf clearance, weed control, shrub and tree pruning using a wide range of tools and machinery;

Core skills and requirements

• A recognised qualification in countryside management or related subject;
• Practical habitat and estate management skills including the use of associated tools and machinery including strimmers and ride-on mowers;
• Happy to work outside despite the weather conditions;
• Excellent communication skills.

The workplace

Private Estate, nr Windsor, Berkshire, to include a commutable distance to carry out projects as part of the wider business as and when required.

Working days/hours: Monday to Friday, 7 am to 4 pm.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: £23,000.00-£25,000.00 per year

Additional pay:

• Loyalty bonus
• Performance bonus

Benefits:

• Additional leave
• Company events
• Company pension
• Free parking
• Gym membership
• On-site parking
• Sick pay

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Windsor SL4 6QB: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Licence/Certification:

• Driving Licence (required)

Work Location: In person