Skilled Gardener We are seeking an experienced gardener to help maintain the grounds of a beautiful 10 acre private family estate in Hatfield, Hertfordshire. Working as part of a small team, you''ll play a key role in maintaining and enhancing the estate''s extensive grounds, which include formal and informal lawns, paddocks, woodland, flower beds, hedges, exotic trees, a small lake, and an outdoor pool area. Skilled Gardener Key responsibilities: Maintain formal and informal lawns, including mowing, feeding, aeration, scarification and weed control. Cut, shape and care for hedges Weed, feed and maintain flower beds and planted areas Carry out seasonal planting and prepare hanging baskets and pots. Care for the estate lake, including algae and pond weed removal. Maintain the outdoor pool area, including surrounding lawns and hedges. Maintain gravel driveways, keeping them tidy and weed-free. Monitor and treat plants and trees for pests and diseases where appropriate. Care for exotic trees, including palm, olive, fig and bonsai. Clean, maintain and safely operate a range of petrol and battery-powered gardening equipment, including a ride-on lawnmower. Support with occasional non-gardening duties during events such as Christmas and private functions. Skilled Gardener will have: Previous professional gardening or grounds maintenance experience essential. Good all round knowledge of plants, lawns, shrubs and trees. Be conscientious, hard working and punctual. Experience using ..... full job details .....