• Gardening & Maintenance

    Desired location: Derbyshire / Cheshire
    Live in or live out: Live Out
    Availability: ASAP
    Salary expectations: £neg dep on the role
    Candidate number: 32005

    Highly experienced Gardener based on the Derbyshire / Cheshire borders looking for a new full-time role. Previously working at Head Gardener level on a much larger estate he has experience with general maintenance gardening, horticulture, walled gardens, ponds, hedging, woodland, lawns, general property maintenance and security. Highly recommended candidate.

    Call 01298 600 414 Email Laura Harrall


    Desired Location: Surrey or Central London
    Live in or Live out: Live Out
    Salary Expectation £35K+ 
    Candidate ID 123098
    Availability: ASAP 

    An excellent Handyman with a very warm and friendly personality. He has been working for a Principal in Central London for over 5 years, looking after a large portfolio of properties including the Principal's office. With a background in construction, he can undertake a wide range maintenance duties, including basic plumbing and electrics.  He looks after an UHNW property which is designed to a high specification. Areas he looks after include a large indoor swimming pool, spa areas and the cinema room. He also maintains the plant room, boilers, and all the household systems (including Creston system). He is organised, efficient and manages all contractors and suppliers coming to the house. He also oversees the annual servicing of all systems. A great flexible candidate who is also happy to drive for a family and look after a fleet of cars. He is available on a couple of weeks notice 

    Call +44 (0)20 7233 9950 or Email Hannah Mckeown 

    Desired Location: Scotland   
    Live In or Live Out: Live in 
    Salary Expectation: £20,000 
    Available from: 3 Months’ Notice   
    Candidate ID: 121068

    This candidate is amazing. She has been working in The Royal Household for the last 4 years and has gained vast amounts of knowledge. This candidate is looking to move to take charge of her own garden and work with a new team. She would be an asset for any estate or household looking to add a fabulous candidate to their team. 

    Call +44 (0) 131 556 5139 Email Lesley Jones

    Desired Location    : Scotland / North Yorkshire / Northumberland / Lakes / Borders
    Live In or Live Out:  Live In
    Salary Expectation:£25,000+
    Available from: One Months Notice
    Candidate ID:  89970

    Excellent all-rounder looking for a new Gardener / Handyman / Driver role in Scotland and the North of England. He is currently running an 11 acre estate in Gloucestershire, but a combination of the role changing and his desire to be located further north means that he will be looking for a new role to start in July, or sooner if the right job became available. He is hands on, flexible and able to do general maintenance, gardening, driving, pet care, property maintenance, and security. He is described as a genuine chap and easy to work with. Excellent experience and references.

    Call  +44 (0)131 556 5139 or Email Lesley Jones

    Desired Location:  Scotland             
    Live In or Live Out:  Live In
    Salary Expectation:  £23,000
    Availability: 1 Month's Notice
    Candidate ID:90791

    This candidate has been an experienced staff member of a Private Estate for 10 years. He is looking for a new role in Scotland. He has experience of gardening, logging, driving, managing the household, contractors and events, painting and decorating. He is married and his wife will be looking for work separately in the area. They have dogs and 1 cat.

    Call +44 (0)131 556 5139 or Email Lesley Jones 


    Desired Location:     Home Counties
    Live In or Live Out: Live In  
    Salary Expectation:  £30k+
    Availability:               1 Month Notice  
    Candidate ID:           117774

    An excellent Head Gardener with a very strong background in private estates. Since 2015, he has been Head Gardener for a high net worth client with properties in Surrey, Buckinghamshire, and London. He is based on the estate in Surrey, with 43 acres of both formal and informal gardens including woodland, water features, formal lawns, orchards, walled gardens, swimming pools, and herbaceous borders. Prior to this role, he worked as a Gardener on a very large prestigious property in Surrey. He has a chainsaw licence, spraying certificate, and Level 3 Diploma in Horticulture. 

    Call +44 (0) 207 2339950 or Email Nicola Forster

    Desired Location:     West London & Surrey  
    Live in or Live out:    Live Out
    Available from:          1 month notice
    Salary Expectations: £25K+ GPA
    Candidate ID:           113609

    This candidate has been working for a HNW client in Surrey since 2015. His role here is varied and hands on, and he works alongside an Estate Manager and Chauffeur. Unfortunately, his employers will soon be leaving this property and he is therefore seeking a new long term position within private households. He offers the following skills: Grounds & Garden Maintenance, Vehicle Maintenance (including Bentley, Rolls Royce), DIY and basic repairs, Carpentry, Swimming Pool Maintenance, Tennis Court Maintenance, Overseeing Contractors, and Household Security. He is a very strong candidate; young, but very ambitious and hard working. He has a great attitude and positive approach, and would make an excellent addition to any team. 

    Call +44 (0) 20 7233 9950 or Email Nicola Forster

    Desired Location:     Ideally Surrey / Hampshire 
    Live in or Live out:    Live In 
    Available from:          1 month notice
    Salary Expectations: £28K+ GPA
    Candidate ID:           111661

    A lovely, hands on candidate who has been working on a self-employed basis since June 2018. Prior to this, he worked on private estates for 3 years. He has a background in construction and vehicle maintenance, and has a wide range of skills to offer, including Estate Maintenance, Basic Gardening, Overseeing Contractors, Vehicle Maintenance, and working with animals. He is friendly, hard working, and very easy to get along with. He would fit in well with any team, and has a great sense of humour. 

    Call +44 (0) 20 7233 9950 or Email Nicola Forster

    Desired Location London & Home Counties
    Live In or Live Out  Both 
    Salary £25k+
    Availability  2 month notice period (negotiable)
    Candidate ID   48665

    A highly experienced candidate who has been working on a private estate in Kent since 2010. His role here is quite hands on and varied, and he has a wide range of skills to offer. He is currently based in Kent, and is ideally looking to stay in that area, but happy to move for the right position. He offers the following skills: Gardening and Garden Maintenance, Grounds and Property Maintenance, DIY & Basic Repairs, Driving Duties, Household Security, Vehicle Maintenance, Woodland Management, looking after animals, Use and Maintenance of Machinery, and Liaising with Contractors. He is a very likeable candidate. He has a very strong CV, and interviews very well. A true all rounder, I have no doubt that he would make an excellent addition to any household. 

    Call +44 (0)20 7233 9950 or Email Nicola Forster

    Desired Location: Within an hours travel of Ayr
    Live In or Live Out: Live Out / Live In
    Salary Expectation: £22,000 - £25,000 GPA
    Availability: Immediately
    Candidate ID: 23702

    This candidate really can do it all. He is experienced in gardening, maintenance, security and cooking. He is an extremely personable and presentable professional who is able to work on his own initiative, be flexible and is committed to his employers and to his work. He is discreet with a warm smile.

    Call +44 (0)131 556 5139 or Email Lesley Jones


    Desired Location: South Of England
    Live In or Live Out: Both 
    Salary Expectations: £85K+ GPA
    Available from: 3 months
    Candidate ID: 109682

    A top Estate Director with an excellent skill set. Since 2014, he has been the Operations Director of a private, 25 acre school in London. His role here is varied and hands on, and he has gained invaluable experience managing budgets, staff, developments, and grounds. Prior to this, he spent 12 years in Ireland managing a large estate. During his time there, he ran the estate on both a private and commercial level. He is keen to get back into private estates. His skills include Estate Director / Estate Management, Shooting Estate experience, Staff Management, Budget Management, Overseeing Contractors and Project Management. This candidate is an extremely well presented and well-mannered gentleman. He is a true professional and would make an excellent addition to any estate. 

    Call +44 (0)20 7233 9950 or Email Nicola Forster

    Desired Location: Scotland
    Live In or Live Out: Live In
    Salary Expectation: £25K  GPA
    Available from: 1 months’ notice
    Candidate ID: 32101

    A very likeable and professional Head Gardener with 6 years’ experience of working in Scottish gardens as a Head Gardener. Has experience of managing staff and all aspects of running an estate garden. One property is a wedding venue, therefore the gardens had to be immaculate and consistently well maintained to the highest standard.

    Call +44 (0)131 556 5139 or Email Lesley Jones