Gardener or Lorscape Gardener
Tasks
- Performs general garden maintenance.
- Moves soil to alter surface contour of land using mechanical equipment and constructs paths, rockeries, ponds and other features.
- Prepares or interprets garden design plans.
- Cuts and lays turf using hand and machine tools and repairs damaged turf.
- Protects plants from pests and diseases.
- Prepares soil and plants and transplants, prunes, weeds and otherwise tends plant life.
- Levels ground and installs drainage system as required.
Typical Education Level
Level 2 NVQ; GCSE at grades A*-C
Will retirement created job openings
In the UK, 26% in this profession are aged 55 or above.* They will likely retire in the next 10 years, creating a demand for new workers
*This is based on national data
£19,817 Average wage
Average annual earnings
The current average wage for gardener or lorscape gardener is £19,817
1,929 positions
Current Employment
The number of jobs in the career for the current year is 1,929. Job counts include both employed and self-employed persons, and do not distinguish between full- and part-time jobs.
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Job Postings
Over the past year, jobs have been posted for gardener or lorscape gardener roles.
How well does it pay?
Normal pay for this occupation is £19,817 per year. That is about £1,651 per month or £10.16 per hour. New workers generally start on £13,749, while highly experienced workers can earn as much as £43,495
Is it growing or declining?
This career has remained the same over the last 2 years, and is expected to remain the same over the next 4 years. Currently, 1,929 people are employed in the region.
