As part of one of the UK’s most exciting heritage redevelopments, Donington Hall is looking for a Groundskeeper to oversee the external presentation and maintenance of its historic 18th-century, 28-acre parkland estate.
Recently acquired by MotorSport Vision Group (MSV), the Donington Hall Estate is undergoing an ambitious redevelopment into a 49 bedroom luxury boutique hotel and a state-of-the-art Motorhouse, both set to open in spring 2026.
To support the estate’s redevelopment timeline, we are seeking a dedicated Groundskeeper to take a leading role in maintaining and enhancing the natural beauty and historic character of Donington Hall. This is a unique opportunity to shape the legacy of a Grade II listed property—ensuring its grounds embody the elegance, heritage, and prestige of its past.
Key responsibilities of the Groundskeeper will include:
Pruning, trimming, cutting and caring for trees, shrubs, lawns and flowerbeds to ensure year-round visual appeal
Safely operating landscaping plant equipment (e.g., mowers, trimmers, tractors)
Ensuring that all outdoor areas are clean, tidy, and visually appealing for visiting guests, this includes picking up litter
Working sensitively within the historical context of the estate, preserving original features and contributing to the conservation of heritage landscaping
Designing and implementing seasonal planting schemes in alignment with the estate’s aesthetic
Working closely with the Estate Manager and Hotel General Manager to ensure time sensitive deadlines are met
Communicating with external contractors on site
The successful candidate will be / have:
Proven experience in a groundskeeping, greenkeeping, or general estate maintenance role
Hands-on experience operating a wide range of groundskeeping machinery and equipment
Previous work on high-end estates, luxury properties or with HNW clients
Possession of relevant groundskeeping or horticultural certifications / qualifications
A genuine pride in delivering immaculate results and maintaining exceptionally high standards
Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage time effectively and work independently
Exceptional attention to detail and a keen eye for aesthetics
A full UK driving licence
In return, Donington Hall offers all permanent employees:
Competitive pay + benefits
Up to 31 days holiday (including Bank Holidays)
A staff pass allowing access for yourself and a guest to attend all MotorSport Vision circuits (including BTCC and BSB)
Access to our MSV Hub platform, giving you access to discounts at 100s of shops across the UK as well as Health and wellbeing facilities
Discounted food & drink at MSV circuits
Further training opportunities
Free parking
This role is ideally suited to someone with previous experience working on a high-end, luxury estate, and who brings a meticulous eye for detail to their work. The position offers a 42.5-hour working week, which will include some weekend and evening work—particularly as we approach the Spring 2026 launch.
To begin the application process for the position of Groundskeeper at Donington Hall, please click the ‘Apply here’ button. Please note only applications with both up to date CVs and Covering Letters will be considered.
We reserve the right to remove this advert prior to the application deadline, if we feel a sufficient number of suitable candidates has been met.
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