About
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Company Description
Godolphin is the world’s largest global thoroughbred breeding operation and horseracing team. Team Godolphin spans across four continents, from our home in Dubai to Europe, Australia, Japan, and America. Founded in Dubai in 1992, the operation has been built on a foundation of innovation and uninhibited achievement that has led to a legacy of success for horses in Godolphin’s famous blue silks. Its global headquarters is in Newmarket, which is the epicentre of the UK’s thoroughbred industry.
Job Description
Godolphin are seeking to recruit an enthusiastic and hard-working Apprentice Gardener to join our small team based in Newmarket.
Reporting to the Head Gardener, you will be tasked with the maintenance of lawns using a variation of mowers and compact tractors and the maintenance, pruning, reshaping and general care of hedges, shrubs and perennials. Alongside your day-to-day duties you will be expected to carry out and complete a Level 2 apprenticeship in Landscaping and Horticulture.
Skills, Knowledge and Qualifications
The ideal candidate will be self-motivated, with a natural passion for gardening. We welcome applications from people who take great pride in their work and possess a genuine willingness to learn new skills and develop their knowledge of horticulture. If you are someone who would relish the chance to work on world class facilities in a high-performance sport environment, we would be delighted to hear from you.
Maths and English GCSE at a minimum of a grade 2 (E) or above is desirable, as is a clean driving licence.
Additional Information
We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, while being in a first-class working environment with excellent opportunities to grow and develop new skills.
To apply please send your CV and a covering letter by email to UK-recruitment@godolphin.com
The closing date for applications is Friday 6th October 2023, however candidates will be screened whilst the role is open, and we reserve the right to close the vacancy ahead of the above mentioned date should we receive a high volume of suitable applications.
Godolphin aims to create a diverse and inclusive working environment in which everyone feels valued, that their contribution matters and they are able to perform to their full potential. We therefore encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds and circumstances, and we will be happy to discuss any adjustments you may require to make our workplace one you can thrive in.
Closing Date
The closing date for this job offer is on 06/10/2023
Location
This job is located in Newmarket, Suffolk
More Information
About Godolphin
Godolphin is the global thoroughbred breeding operation and horseracing team spanning four continents, from our home in Dubai to Australia, Japan, America and Newmarket, here in the UK.
