Gardener

Residential Management Group (RMG) , a market‑leading Property Management Company, is looking for a hands‑on and proactive Gardener to join our onsite team. This is a fantastic opportunity to work within a well‑maintained residential development, helping to create and maintain an attractive and safe environment for residents and visitors.

Where will I be working?

35 hours per week – Monday to Friday (8 AM until 4 PM ) - On site at our Holborough Lakes development in Snodland (ME6)

More about your role

As a Gardener, you'll play a key role in ensuring the estate remains a clean, safe and visually appealing environment . Working closely with the Estate Manager and Head Gardener , your responsibilities will include:

• Carrying out general gardening duties including litter picking, mowing, strimming, weeding, hedge cutting, planting and mulching
• Ensuring all areas of the estate are maintained to a high standard and left clean, tidy and safe at the end of each day
• Reporting any health & safety issues, maintenance defects or security concerns to the Estate Manager
• Supporting with seasonal tasks such as gritting and waste clearance
• Ensuring shared areas are kept clear of hazards or obstructions, escalating issues where needed
• Working collaboratively with onsite teams and contractors, ensuring safe working practices are followed
• Providing a courteous and professional service to residents and visitors at all times

You'll also be responsible for promoting a strong health & safety culture , ensuring risks are identified, reported and managed appropriately.

What we're looking for

We're looking for someone who takes pride in their work and enjoys working outdoors in a hands‑on, practical role .

Essential:

• Previous experience in grounds maintenance or gardening
• A proactive and reliable approach, with strong attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Good understanding of health & safety in a practical environment
• A professional and approachable manner when dealing with residents and visitors

Desirable:

• Experience working within a residential or managed estate environment
• Knowledge of maintaining high‑end or landscaped developments

About us

Join the RMG family and become part of one of the largest and most respected property management companies in the UK, managing a portfolio spanning over 156,000 households nationwide. We pride ourselves on delivering a first‑class service and creating environments that residents are proud to call home.

What does RMG have to offer you?

You'll not only be joining a thriving market leader, you'll also receive a superb benefits package, including:

• 27 days' holiday plus Bank Holidays
• Option to buy or sell annual leave
• Free Healthcare Cashback Plan , plus 24/7 access to remote GP services
• Pension scheme matched up to 7% and Life Assurance
• Training and development opportunities
• Access to Our Place Rewards , offering shopping discounts, vouchers and cashback

What's next?

If you meet the criteria and are ready to make the next step in your career then apply following our simple 5 minute application process, upload a CV and a supporting statement which demonstrates how you meet the requirements of the role. If you have any questions please email the recruitment team View email address on careers.placesforpeople.co.uk

As part of our commitment to diversity and inclusion, we offer a guaranteed interview to candidates who are disabled, neurodiverse, or have served in the Armed Forces, provided you meet the essential criteria for the role. If you would like to be considered under this scheme, please indicate this in your application. 

We are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. If you require any reasonable adjustments to support your application or interview experience, please let us know. We're happy to work with you to ensure you have the opportunity to perform at your best.

If you are a Places for People customer and you're looking for support with your application, please contact our skills and employment team on View email address on careers.placesforpeople.co.uk . 

Please note that we may bring the closing date forward, if we receive a large number of quality applications. If you are interested in this role we would advise applying immediately to avoid disappointment.

If you are using a mobile device such as an iPad then ensure your CV is stored in the cloud, we currently support Google Drive, OneDrive and Dropbox.

W e understand the importance of a supportive and inclusive work culture so please talk to us at interview about flexibility you may need. We can't promise to give you exactly what you want, but we promise not to judge you for asking. For this role we are open to discussing the possibility of reduced hours, flexible start and finish times or compressed hours.  

If you are a recruitment agency please note we operate a PSL and do not take cold calls

Safeguarding

At Places for People, safeguarding is everyone's responsibility. We are committed to creating safe communities for our customers and colleagues by protecting children, young people, and adults at risk from harm, abuse, and neglect. 

We follow robust safeguarding policies and procedures, ensuring all employees, volunteers, and contractors uphold the highest standards of safeguarding and accountability. Our recruitment process includes pre-employment checks, including Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks where applicable, to promote a safe and secure working environment. 

By joining Places for People, you are expected to contribute to our safeguarding culture, following our policies and reporting concerns to protect those in our communities