Here at Chessington Garden Centre we're always on the lookout for passionate and motivated people to join our team. As a family business for over 40 years our team remains the key to driving the business forward, and we pride ourselves on our knowledge and helpful staff who aim to offer continuous high levels of customer service. From highly trained plants people to aquatic specialists we aim to make sure any question is answered by just the right person.

We also understand our customer's needs and strive to make shopping at Chessington Garden Centre an enjoyable and relaxing experience, whether it's gardening, lifestyle or a visit to our new Sedum restaurant, our staff are always there to help.


All current vacancies will be posted here on our web site. So if you think any of the positions detailed suit you or anyone you know, then we would love to hear from you.

Please download and complete the required application form and send it to us for the attention of the HR department or as requested.

Please ensure that only one position is applied for on each application form and that all sections are completed.

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Part Time
Full Time

Garden Maintenance Assistant / Soft Landscaper
Position: Garden Maintenance Assistant / Soft Landscaper
Hours: Monday to Friday 7.30am – 4.30pm
Salary: Competitive with Benefits
Closing Date: 10th June 2012  

The Role This is a full-time role reporting to the Garden Maintenance Team Leader. Your duties will include:

  • Assisting the team leader with the general garden maintenance of client properties ensuring  completion to a high standard
  • Tasks will include, but not limited to, weeding, pruning, hedge cutting, planting & lawn maintenance
  • Ensuring all work is carried out in accordance with current legislation and company policies and procedures
  • Be able to work to deadlines and schedules
  • Providing support in other areas of the business when needed
The Person
  • You must be well presented, outgoing and friendly
  • You must have a passion for gardening and soft landscaping
  • You must be able to work as a team member in a busy Garden Maintenance Department
  • You must be able to use your own initiative
  • You must be a good communicator and be able to achieve high quality customer care
  • Will have a full clean driving license
Please note all successful applicants will be required to undertake a driver license check in addition to our normal reference checking.   If you are interested in this role please send your completed application form to:  The Personnel Manager, Chessington Garden Centre, Chessington, Surrey, KT9 2NG.