SUMMER GARDENER/GROUNDS PERSON
| Posting date: | 13 May 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £24,215 per year, pro rata |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 18 May 2025 |
| Location: | Old Aberdeen, Aberdeen |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | University of Aberdeen |
| Job type: | Temporary |
| Job reference: | EST401M |
Summary
The Estates & Facilities Section is looking for enthusiastic and motivated individuals to assist in the maintenance of Cruickshank Botanic Gardens and University of Aberdeen Grounds. Working 36.5 hours per week, Monday day to Friday for a period of 12 weeks from Monday 2nd June - August to Friday 22nd August, 2025. Successful candidates will be provided with a uniform, protective clothing and relevant training in order to carry out their duties.
The successful candidates will be required to assist in the care of the University of Aberdeen’s green estate. Duties could include the maintenance of the living collection of Cruickshank Botanic Garden – watering, weeding, pruning - and to maintain daily a safe space for general public enjoyment and educational use. Additionally, to undertake limited aspects of grounds/sports fields maintenance (litter picking, pedestrian mowing, strimming and general labouring) and ensure the campus is kept clean, tidy and safe. This post would ideally suit an individual with a horticultural background who has worked outside over multiple seasons. Previous experience is desirable.
The role will form part of the Estates and Facilities Section, which is part of the University’s Professional Services. Professional Services consists of student and academic focused areas, as well as providing corporate support.
Salary will be paid on the Grade 1 scale, £24,215 per annum, pro rata.
Informal enquires should be made to:
Mark Paterson, Curator of Cruickshank Botanic Garden, by telephone on 01224 273 638 or email to mark.paterson@abdn.ac.uk
or
Mr. Bruce Reid, Grounds Officer, by telephone on 01224 272 143 or email to b.reid@abdn.ac.uk .
This post does not meet the minimum requirements for visa sponsorship under the Skilled Worker Route. We are therefore unable to consider applicants for this post that require sponsorship to work in the UK.
Job Reference Number: EST401M
The closing date for the receipt of applications is 18 May 2025.
The Directorate embraces a diverse working environment and recognises the many benefits this can bring. Applications from individuals from across all of the equality protected characteristics are encouraged.
The successful candidates will be required to assist in the care of the University of Aberdeen’s green estate. Duties could include the maintenance of the living collection of Cruickshank Botanic Garden – watering, weeding, pruning - and to maintain daily a safe space for general public enjoyment and educational use. Additionally, to undertake limited aspects of grounds/sports fields maintenance (litter picking, pedestrian mowing, strimming and general labouring) and ensure the campus is kept clean, tidy and safe. This post would ideally suit an individual with a horticultural background who has worked outside over multiple seasons. Previous experience is desirable.
The role will form part of the Estates and Facilities Section, which is part of the University’s Professional Services. Professional Services consists of student and academic focused areas, as well as providing corporate support.
Salary will be paid on the Grade 1 scale, £24,215 per annum, pro rata.
Informal enquires should be made to:
Mark Paterson, Curator of Cruickshank Botanic Garden, by telephone on 01224 273 638 or email to mark.paterson@abdn.ac.uk
or
Mr. Bruce Reid, Grounds Officer, by telephone on 01224 272 143 or email to b.reid@abdn.ac.uk .
This post does not meet the minimum requirements for visa sponsorship under the Skilled Worker Route. We are therefore unable to consider applicants for this post that require sponsorship to work in the UK.
Job Reference Number: EST401M
The closing date for the receipt of applications is 18 May 2025.
The Directorate embraces a diverse working environment and recognises the many benefits this can bring. Applications from individuals from across all of the equality protected characteristics are encouraged.